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PBZ 4977

1976 Rover Mini

Maroon Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2021
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,632 mi
Last recorded25,632 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2020
Typical for 1976 Rover Mini52,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 4977
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2020 25,632 miles

body has been modified , wheel base shortened.

Fail 11 Aug 2020 25,629 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake insecure caliper (1.1.21 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

body has been modified , wheel base shortened.

Pass 1 Oct 2018 24,706 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2018 24,702 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired patch not welded all the way round (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired patch not welded all the way round (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced bulk head very flexable due to holes being cut in it (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported main brake line front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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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PBZ 4977 is a 1976 Rover Mini in Maroon with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 52,452 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PBZ 4977, 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 50 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PBZ 4977 is a 1976 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1976.

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