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C371 XDB

1985 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,962 mi
Last recorded13,962 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC371 XDB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 13,962 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 13,803 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 12,980 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 11,715 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 10,780 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 109,430 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 106,246 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 5,057 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 2,077 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 98,735 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 96,055 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 93,174 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 93,170 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 93,163 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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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C371 XDB is a 1985 Rover Mini in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 C371 XDB, 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

How do I check the history of C371 XDB?

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What year was C371 XDB registered?

C371 XDB is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 August 1985.

Is C371 XDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C371 XDB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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