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E801 MAS

1988 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,397 mi
Last recorded85,397 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE801 MAS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 85,397 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

slight knock possibly an engine mount

Pass 9 May 2025 83,102 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2024 81,999 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both fronts (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 30 May 2023 81,307 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 99,202 miles

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (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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E801 MAS is a 1988 Rover Mini in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E801 MAS, 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 E801 MAS registered?

E801 MAS is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 January 1988.

Is E801 MAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for E801 MAS shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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