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WVG 129X

1981 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,000 mi
Last recorded52,000 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1981 Rover Mini54,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWVG 129X
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 52,000 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 50,204 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 49,096 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from an unknown area of the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 48,515 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 48,195 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both front blades slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2016 48,129 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 480,962 miles

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake recording little or no effort BOTH FRONT (3.7.B.5a)

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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WVG 129X is a 1981 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 54,826 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 WVG 129X, 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 45 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WVG 129X?

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What year was WVG 129X registered?

WVG 129X is a 1981 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 April 1981.

Is WVG 129X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WVG 129X shows 7 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.

Does WVG 129X have outstanding finance?

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