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YGV 409S

1978 Rover Mini

White Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,948 mi
Last recorded39,948 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2017
Typical for 1978 Rover Mini54,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGV 409S
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2017 39,948 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 39,723 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 39,456 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2012 39,448 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 39,448 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 38,931 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 38,931 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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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YGV 409S is a 1978 Rover Mini in White with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 YGV 409S, 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 YGV 409S registered?

YGV 409S is a 1978 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 March 1978.

Is YGV 409S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGV 409S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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