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D989 RHD

1986 Rover Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

86,580 mi
Last recorded86,580 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD989 RHD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 86,580 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 86,424 miles

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

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

Fail 2 May 2025 86,424 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 86,176 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2024 86,176 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive co at idle too high 5.90% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 85,779 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 85,779 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 85,420 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 85,011 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2021 85,011 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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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D989 RHD is a 1986 Rover Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D989 RHD, 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 D989 RHD registered?

D989 RHD is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 August 1986.

Is D989 RHD safe to buy?

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