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F530 SPA

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

94,810 mi
Last recorded94,810 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF530 SPA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 94,810 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 5 Mar 2026 94,807 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached Rear most mount detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached Rear most mount detached. (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine oil on min mark

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2025 91,617 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 91,614 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 87,754 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Feb 2024 87,751 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2023 85,778 miles

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

Some imbalance to rear brake application. Further investigation advised.

Fail 6 Mar 2023 85,778 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Some imbalance to rear brake application. Further investigation advised.

Pass 9 Mar 2022 83,848 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2022 83,845 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 83,436 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Wipers appear slow in operation. Further investigation advised.

Fail 1 Feb 2021 83,436 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Engine oil below min mark

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Wipers appear slow in operation. Further investigation advised.

Pass 4 Mar 2020 83,311 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 82,337 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 82,337 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements Tel tail lamp not working (4.5.3 (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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F530 SPA is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1989 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 56,834 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 F530 SPA, 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 37 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F530 SPA registered?

F530 SPA is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 June 1989.

Is F530 SPA safe to buy?

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