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PFX 78R

1976 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

53,507 mi
Last recorded53,507 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
Typical for 1976 Rover Mini52,452 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFX 78R
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 53,507 miles

Offside Front brake hose slightly twisted

steering rack arms inner joints slight play

Pass 13 May 2016 53,403 miles

front offside brake hose slightly twisted

steering rack arms slight play inner joints

Pass 12 May 2015 53,017 miles

front offside brake hose slightly twisted

slight play steering rack

Pass 6 May 2014 52,702 miles

front offside brake hose slightly twisted

slight play rack

Pass 20 Aug 2012 52,452 miles

front offside brake hose slightly twisted

slight play rack

Pass 6 Jul 2011 52,121 miles

f/o/s brake hose twisted

front track rod ends dust covers split

slight play rack

Pass 1 Jun 2010 51,859 miles

f/o/s brake hose twisted

f/o/s tie bar forward bush splitting

o/s rack gaitor perished

slight play rack

Fail 1 Jun 2010 51,859 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

f/o/s brake hose twisted

f/o/s tie bar forward bush splitting

o/s rack gaitor perished

slight play rack

Pass 2 Jun 2009 51,559 miles

f/o/s brake hose slightly twisted

f/o/s rack gaitor perished

slight play rack

Fail 26 May 2009 51,538 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

f/o/s brake hose slightly twisted

f/o/s rack gaitor perished

slight play rack

Pass 17 May 2008 51,349 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 51,344 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2007 50,811 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 50,083 miles

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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PFX 78R is a 1976 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 PFX 78R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PFX 78R?

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What year was PFX 78R registered?

PFX 78R is a 1976 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 September 1976.

Is PFX 78R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFX 78R shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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