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MSC 43P

1975 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,856 mi
Last recorded71,856 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 1975 Rover Mini52,652 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSC 43P
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 71,856 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2025 71,852 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 71,848 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 71,844 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 71,827 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 71,813 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 71,723 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 71,723 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

Service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Rover Mini?

Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
876
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
45,631
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 32,036
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,016
Steering rack gaiter split 21,375
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18,460
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18,348
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MSC 43P is a 1975 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1975 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 52,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Mini fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 32,036 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MSC 43P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Mini typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 51 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MSC 43P?

You can check the full history of MSC 43P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MSC 43P registered?

MSC 43P is a 1975 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 September 1975.

Is MSC 43P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSC 43P shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MSC 43P have outstanding finance?

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