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C313 EBM

1985 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

84,175 mi
Last recorded84,175 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2008
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC313 EBM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2008 84,175 miles

n/s/r tyre down to 2mm

Oil leak

cuts n/s/f tyre

Fail 2 Jul 2008 84,167 miles

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

cuts n/s/f tyre

n/s/r tyre down to 2mm

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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C313 EBM is a 1985 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 C313 EBM, 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 C313 EBM registered?

C313 EBM is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C313 EBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C313 EBM shows 2 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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