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G165 MWN

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

55,921 mi
Last recorded55,921 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2015
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG165 MWN
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2015 55,921 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 55,879 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 54,603 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 54,596 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 52,012 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 48,943 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch insecure (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 48,943 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 47,634 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 46,094 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 46,094 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 May 2007 43,238 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 43,238 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 38,214 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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G165 MWN is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 G165 MWN, 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 G165 MWN registered?

G165 MWN is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G165 MWN safe to buy?

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