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RNO 178

1992 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,298 mi
Last recorded73,298 miles
Recorded on5 May 2020
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNO 178
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2020 73,298 miles

Nearside sill corroded

Offside sill corrded

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 9 Apr 2020 73,292 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside sill corroded

Offside sill corroded

no rear seats fitted

Pass 9 Jan 2008 73,244 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 73,217 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 72,926 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 72,920 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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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RNO 178 is a 1992 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 55,446 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 RNO 178, 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 34 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RNO 178 registered?

RNO 178 is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 October 1992.

Is RNO 178 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNO 178 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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