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WDN 265V

1979 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,297 mi
Last recorded17,297 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDN 265V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 17,297 miles

Speedometer dial glass slightly damaged (6.7.2)

Fail 29 May 2014 17,283 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Speedometer dial glass slightly damaged (6.7.2)

Pass 31 May 2013 17,156 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Speedometer dial glass slightly damaged (6.7.2)

Fail 15 May 2013 17,153 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Speedometer dial glass slightly damaged (6.7.2)

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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WDN 265V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 WDN 265V, 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.

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What year was WDN 265V registered?

WDN 265V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 November 1979.

Is WDN 265V safe to buy?

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