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E677 XVM

1988 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,314 mi
Last recorded73,314 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE677 XVM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 73,314 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 72,550 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 58,512 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019 58,462 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 58,462 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 58,150 miles

Oil leak Minor ()

Fail 8 Jan 2018 58,150 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on Both (8.2.1b)

Oil leak Minor ()

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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E677 XVM is a 1988 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 57,367 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 E677 XVM, 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 38 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 E677 XVM registered?

E677 XVM is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 February 1988.

Is E677 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E677 XVM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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