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E269 SOE

1987 Rover Mini

Cream Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,884 mi
Last recorded73,884 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Rover Mini47,600 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE269 SOE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 73,884 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 73,059 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 72,828 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2021 72,262 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2021 72,261 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (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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E269 SOE is a 1987 Rover Mini in Cream with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 E269 SOE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E269 SOE?

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What year was E269 SOE registered?

E269 SOE is a 1987 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 September 1987.

Is E269 SOE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E269 SOE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E269 SOE have outstanding finance?

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