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E254 WMR

1987 Rover Mini

Cream Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

51,741 mi
Last recorded51,741 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1987 Rover Mini47,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE254 WMR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Jul 2017 51,741 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 51,691 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 51,662 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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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E254 WMR is a 1987 Rover Mini in Cream with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1987 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 47,600 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 E254 WMR, 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 39 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of E254 WMR?

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What year was E254 WMR registered?

E254 WMR is a 1987 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 September 1987.

Is E254 WMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E254 WMR shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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