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WHO 345V

1979 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,047 mi
Last recorded74,047 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHO 345V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 74,047 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 22 Jun 2020 73,504 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 72,746 miles

Oil leak ()

nearside outer sill corroded

Fail 30 Jun 2017 72,743 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

nearside outer sill corroded

Pass 20 Jun 2016 71,059 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 69,366 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 67,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 2 Jul 2014 67,258 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 65,420 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 63,804 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 62,272 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 60,509 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 58,313 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 56,103 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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WHO 345V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 WHO 345V, 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 WHO 345V registered?

WHO 345V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 November 1979.

Is WHO 345V safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHO 345V shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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