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G26 GOF

1989 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

34,927 mi
Last recorded34,927 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG26 GOF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 34,927 miles

Offside Rear suspension slightly stiff in operation and slight movement in n/s rack end

Pass 7 Jun 2016 33,845 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 29,620 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 29,617 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2011 24,137 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 24,041 miles

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)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 20,904 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 20,895 miles

front brakes binding slightly

no dust covers on rear shockabsorbers

Fail 24 Jun 2008 20,887 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 20,887 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 43,784 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2007 20,800 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 20,791 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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G26 GOF is a 1989 Rover Mini in Silver 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 G26 GOF, 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 G26 GOF registered?

G26 GOF is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 December 1989.

Is G26 GOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G26 GOF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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