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C172 GGP

1985 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,563 mi
Last recorded69,563 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC172 GGP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 14 May 2021 69,563 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 68,782 miles
Pass 6 May 2019 67,425 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 66,819 miles

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

Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both sides (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 May 2017 65,934 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint both upper and lower (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint both upper and lower (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 May 2016 65,446 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 63,913 miles

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 May 2014 62,801 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 61,174 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 59,945 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 58,630 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 58,055 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 57,804 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 57,476 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 56,987 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 56,513 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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C172 GGP is a 1985 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 C172 GGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C172 GGP registered?

C172 GGP is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 August 1985.

Is C172 GGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C172 GGP shows 16 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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