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WWX 554S

1977 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,990 mi
Last recorded29,990 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Rover Mini56,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWWX 554S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 29,990 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

drivers seatbelt is a 4 point harness

vehicle has had a lot of welding patches

Pass 7 Jun 2016 28,323 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 28,229 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2015 27,382 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 25,862 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

drivers seat racing harness fitted

floor pan welded

front tyre size larger than rear tyre size

Pass 17 Feb 2014 25,862 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

drivers seat racing harness fitted

floor pan welded

front tyre size larger than rear tyre size

Pass 4 Jan 2013 23,895 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2013 23,891 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WWX 554S is a 1977 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 WWX 554S, 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 WWX 554S registered?

WWX 554S is a 1977 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 October 1977.

Is WWX 554S safe to buy?

The MOT history for WWX 554S shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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