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WBF 187S

1977 Rover Mini

Yellow Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,165 mi
Last recorded39,165 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2021
Typical for 1977 Rover Mini56,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWBF 187S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2021 39,165 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 38,435 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 38,113 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 36,961 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 35,895 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 80,732 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 80,174 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 79,241 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 79,059 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 79,056 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 77,971 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 77,971 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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WBF 187S is a 1977 Rover Mini in Yellow with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WBF 187S, 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 WBF 187S registered?

WBF 187S is a 1977 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 November 1977.

Is WBF 187S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WBF 187S shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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