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F578 CEG

1989 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,837 mi
Last recorded91,837 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF578 CEG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 91,837 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 91,824 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2024 91,824 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe from t piece to flexi (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Nov 2023 91,818 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 91,729 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 91,668 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2021 91,668 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 91,414 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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F578 CEG is a 1989 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 F578 CEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F578 CEG registered?

F578 CEG is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 May 1989.

Is F578 CEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F578 CEG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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