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G101 BDL

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,580 mi
Last recorded85,580 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2017
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG101 BDL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2017 85,580 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 85,565 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported mount broken (7.1.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 84,742 miles

Coolant leak radiator stained / evidence of leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine appears tilted / slanted, however engine mounts appear ok

n/s wing holed / corroded, not in an area affecting steering / braking

sills and some areas of floor pan have been extensively repaired / undersealed.

Fail 22 Jul 2016 84,737 miles

Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp brake lamps cancel indicators (1.4.A.2h)

Emissions not tested engine misfire (7.3.A.1)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all lamps (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak radiator stained / evidence of leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

bonnet does not latch securely

engine appears tilted / slanted, however engine mounts appear ok

n/s wing holed / corroded, not in an area affecting steering / braking

sills and some areas of floor pan have been extensively repaired / undersealed.

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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G101 BDL is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G101 BDL, 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 G101 BDL registered?

G101 BDL is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1989.

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