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B489 RLP

1984 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2022
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Rover Mini51,532 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB489 RLP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension joint's require lubrication

Fail 11 Feb 2021

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension joint's require lubrication

Pass 3 Feb 2020 4,801 miles

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 29 Jan 2020 4,799 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre exhaust clamp leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

emissions not tested due to oil leak

Pass 1 Feb 2019 3,750 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 24 Jan 2019 2,850 miles

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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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B489 RLP is a 1984 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 51,532 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 B489 RLP, 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 42 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B489 RLP registered?

B489 RLP is a 1984 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 September 1984.

Is B489 RLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B489 RLP shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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