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VMR 887M

1974 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2020
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

60,536 mi
Last recorded60,536 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 1974 Rover Mini53,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMR 887M
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 60,536 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2019 60,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted Twisted and rubbing rear subframe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake modification unsafe Rear disc conversion fitted, calipers not mounted correctly, handbrake mechanism not allowing decent effort, home made bracket fitted with washers / spacers. Advise revert to standard setup. (1.1.21 (d) (i))

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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VMR 887M is a 1974 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 53,000 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VMR 887M, 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 52 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 VMR 887M registered?

VMR 887M is a 1974 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is VMR 887M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMR 887M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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