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F207 AKB

1988 Rover Mini

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,671 mi
Last recorded60,671 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF207 AKB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 60,671 miles

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

Under body under sealed

Fail 8 Dec 2025 60,671 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Major leak of gases (8.2.1.2 (d))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Under body under sealed

Pass 26 Nov 2024 59,550 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 54,599 miles

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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F207 AKB is a 1988 Rover Mini in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 F207 AKB, 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 F207 AKB registered?

F207 AKB is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 December 1988.

Is F207 AKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F207 AKB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F207 AKB have outstanding finance?

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