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SYA 783W

1980 Rover Mini

Yellow Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,725 mi
Last recorded7,725 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYA 783W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2025 7,725 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 7,608 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 6,646 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 6,547 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 6,236 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 6,078 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 5,799 miles

Front Upper slight play in swivel joints

Pass 9 Mar 2018 5,342 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 5,246 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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SYA 783W is a 1980 Rover Mini in Yellow with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 SYA 783W, 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

How do I check the history of SYA 783W?

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What year was SYA 783W registered?

SYA 783W is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is SYA 783W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYA 783W shows 9 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 SYA 783W have outstanding finance?

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