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FTM 615L

1985 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,015 mi
Last recorded42,015 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 615L
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2026 42,015 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 41,955 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 41,448 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 40,799 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 40,000 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 39,402 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 39,153 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 36,828 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 35,293 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 3,397 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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FTM 615L is a 1985 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 50,678 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 FTM 615L, 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 41 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 FTM 615L registered?

FTM 615L is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is FTM 615L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTM 615L shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FTM 615L have outstanding finance?

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