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RGT 56V

1980 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,139 mi
Last recorded11,139 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGT 56V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2025 11,139 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 9,821 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 7,448 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 4,549 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 2,530 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 600 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 98,210 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 95,235 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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RGT 56V is a 1980 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 57,761 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 RGT 56V, 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 46 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RGT 56V registered?

RGT 56V is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 July 1980.

Is RGT 56V safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGT 56V shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RGT 56V have outstanding finance?

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