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C789 HTH

1986 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,773 mi
Last recorded63,773 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC789 HTH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 63,773 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2025 63,773 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 63,416 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 63,416 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 63,207 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 61,982 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 59,460 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 55,249 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2019 55,249 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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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C789 HTH is a 1986 Rover Mini in Grey 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 C789 HTH, 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 C789 HTH registered?

C789 HTH is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 March 1986.

Is C789 HTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C789 HTH 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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