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F351 SAC

1988 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF351 SAC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Jun 2023

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

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm mounting modified so the suspension is inoperative (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2021 3 miles

Body has been heavily modified and braced to improve vehicle strength where bulk heads have either been removed or reduced .

Engine has oil leaks .

Full roll cage welded into place increasing the vehicle strength , along with braces where the front bulk head and inner wings were .

Manufactured wiring loom isn’t contained within a harness for protection .

Original fuel tank replaced with steel cans strapped into the boot area .

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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F351 SAC is a 1988 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F351 SAC, 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 F351 SAC?

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What year was F351 SAC registered?

F351 SAC is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 December 1988.

Is F351 SAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F351 SAC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F351 SAC have outstanding finance?

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