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G238 WBE

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,322 mi
Last recorded57,322 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG238 WBE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 57,322 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 57,223 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective rubber split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 57,192 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 57,186 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 56,928 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 56,799 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 56,726 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 56,576 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 56,534 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 56,512 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 55,841 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 55,800 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jul 2010 55,000 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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G238 WBE 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 92.3%.

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 G238 WBE, 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 G238 WBE registered?

G238 WBE is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 October 1989.

Is G238 WBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G238 WBE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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