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SPR 793R

1977 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,559 mi
Last recorded86,559 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2014
Typical for 1977 Rover Mini56,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPR 793R
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2014 86,559 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 46,434 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 1 Feb 2013 46,342 miles

Centre Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

wiring touching centre exhaust

Pass 5 Jul 2011 23,377 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front to rear brake pipe some securing clips missing

front to rear fuel pipe some securing clips missing

slight corrosion under bonnet(front inner wings)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 21,954 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 19,726 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 1 May 2009 19,721 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 92,528 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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SPR 793R is a 1977 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 56,649 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 SPR 793R, 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 49 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 SPR 793R registered?

SPR 793R is a 1977 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 June 1977.

Is SPR 793R safe to buy?

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