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B863 OFP

1985 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,933 mi
Last recorded53,933 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB863 OFP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2025 53,933 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 53,926 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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B863 OFP is a 1985 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 50,678 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 B863 OFP, 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 41 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B863 OFP registered?

B863 OFP is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B863 OFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B863 OFP shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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