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G178 ONA

1989 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,048 mi
Last recorded98,048 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2010
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG178 ONA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Feb 2010 98,048 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2010 98,048 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 95,774 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 95,743 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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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G178 ONA is a 1989 Rover Mini in Orange 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 G178 ONA, 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 G178 ONA registered?

G178 ONA is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G178 ONA safe to buy?

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