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F294 RMT

1988 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

19,581 mi
Last recorded19,581 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF294 RMT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 19,581 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 19,550 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 19,444 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2023 19,444 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2022 19,384 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 19,366 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 19,206 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 19,157 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 19,084 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 19,047 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 19,027 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 18,980 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 18,904 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 18,784 miles

Nearside engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 18,680 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 18,581 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 18,464 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 18,300 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 18,300 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 18,285 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 17,923 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 17,636 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 17,636 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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F294 RMT is a 1988 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 F294 RMT, 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 F294 RMT registered?

F294 RMT is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 September 1988.

Is F294 RMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F294 RMT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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