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F185 ADH

1988 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,489 mi
Last recorded83,489 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF185 ADH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 83,489 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

under side of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes

Pass 17 May 2024 83,458 miles

Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

Pass 1 Jun 2022 83,354 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 83,227 miles

Body kit ns and ofs fitted obstructing inspection

Fail 12 Mar 2021 83,225 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Body kit ns and ofs fitted obstructing inspection

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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F185 ADH is a 1988 Rover Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F185 ADH, 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

How do I check the history of F185 ADH?

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What year was F185 ADH registered?

F185 ADH is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F185 ADH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F185 ADH 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 F185 ADH have outstanding finance?

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