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TCM 883V

1979 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

16,927 mi
Last recorded16,927 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2021
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCM 883V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2021 16,927 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 14,674 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 11,698 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 11,698 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 7,421 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 3,717 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 99,369 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 94,616 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 94,601 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 89,829 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 84,134 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 78,876 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 73,833 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 68,844 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 63,029 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 57,446 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 51,298 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 43,117 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 35,187 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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TCM 883V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1979 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 53,775 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 TCM 883V, 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 47 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 TCM 883V?

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What year was TCM 883V registered?

TCM 883V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is TCM 883V safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCM 883V shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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