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G157 NKJ

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,849 mi
Last recorded70,849 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG157 NKJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 70,849 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 70,489 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 70,409 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 70,361 miles

Nearside Front A panel & bulk head corroded

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front brake hose running close to suspension componant

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front closing panel welding detached

clutch pedal anti-slip missing

Pass 18 Nov 2016 70,444 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Nov 2016 70,329 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 70,148 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 69,902 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 69,900 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 69,633 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

indicators slow to respond

Fail 19 Nov 2013 69,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

indicators slow to respond

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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G157 NKJ is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G157 NKJ, 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 G157 NKJ registered?

G157 NKJ is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G157 NKJ safe to buy?

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