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G285 UAE

1989 Rover Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

58,575 mi
Last recorded58,575 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG285 UAE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 58,575 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 58,318 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 10,757 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 10,667 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 10,351 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 10,124 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 9,135 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 7,978 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 6,662 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 5,429 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 3,284 miles

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 654 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front upper arm buffers missing

Pass 9 Jul 2013 99,422 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 95,379 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 95,379 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 93,327 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2010 90,004 miles

n/s sunvisor poor at staying in upright position.

slight play in n/s/f suspension upper attachment.

Pass 4 Jun 2009 87,978 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 87,952 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 May 2008 85,890 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 35,888 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 85,432 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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G285 UAE is a 1989 Rover Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 G285 UAE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G285 UAE?

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What year was G285 UAE registered?

G285 UAE is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 August 1989.

Is G285 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for G285 UAE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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