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C512 YUB

1985 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,389 mi
Last recorded66,389 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2013
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC512 YUB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2013 66,389 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 66,238 miles

corrosion next to n/s/f suspension turrett not structural

front brake discs pitted

oil leak

wipers poor

Pass 24 Sep 2009 65,247 miles

wipers poor

idle exhaust emmisions

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2006 84,911 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 84,907 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

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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C512 YUB is a 1985 Rover Mini in Purple with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C512 YUB, 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 C512 YUB?

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What year was C512 YUB registered?

C512 YUB is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C512 YUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C512 YUB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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