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D225 MHS

1986 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,188 mi
Last recorded12,188 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD225 MHS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 12,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 May 2022 12,186 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength shock mount holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength shock mount holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 10,384 miles

Underside of vehicle fully undersealed

Pass 14 Jul 2018

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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D225 MHS is a 1986 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D225 MHS, 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.

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What year was D225 MHS registered?

D225 MHS is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 August 1986.

Is D225 MHS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D225 MHS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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