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YBW 172V

1979 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

97,914 mi
Last recorded97,914 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBW 172V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 97,914 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 94,920 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 91,368 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 87,638 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 81,806 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 74,460 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 68,404 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 60,079 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 60,079 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 54,274 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 50,560 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 50,560 miles

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

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 44,800 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 40,151 miles

rear valanc corroded

Pass 27 Jul 2007 37,703 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 37,703 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight corrosion offside door step

Pass 29 Jul 2006 37,041 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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YBW 172V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 YBW 172V, 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 YBW 172V registered?

YBW 172V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is YBW 172V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBW 172V shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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