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VWL 753T

1979 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49 mi
Last recorded49 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWL 753T
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 49 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 29 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both inners (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen both lamps (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both discs (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 May 2017 28 miles
Pass 24 May 2016

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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VWL 753T is a 1979 Rover Mini in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VWL 753T, 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

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What year was VWL 753T registered?

VWL 753T is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is VWL 753T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWL 753T shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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