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WKP 927S

1978 Rover Mini

Yellow Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,439 mi
Last recorded37,439 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWKP 927S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 37,439 miles

lower engine stabiliser broken ?

Fail 17 Sep 2018 37,439 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced door sill needs seam weld (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

lower engine stabiliser broken ?

Pass 22 Aug 2016 37,014 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Aug 2016 37,011 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure Rear subframe bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front subframe (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear subframe (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front subframe (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front subframe (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush Rear subframe (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front subframe (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' wipers not parking (8.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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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WKP 927S is a 1978 Rover Mini in Yellow with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 54,379 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 WKP 927S, 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 48 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 WKP 927S registered?

WKP 927S is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1978.

Is WKP 927S safe to buy?

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