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C688 LFR

1986 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,839 mi
Last recorded16,839 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC688 LFR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 16,839 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 16,796 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 16,746 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 16,364 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 16,362 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 16,356 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 16,356 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2018 16,356 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 16,356 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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C688 LFR is a 1986 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 52,889 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 C688 LFR, 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 40 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 C688 LFR registered?

C688 LFR is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1986.

Is C688 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C688 LFR shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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