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G298 OCX

1990 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,480 mi
Last recorded66,480 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2009
Typical for 1990 Rover Mini55,299 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG298 OCX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2009 66,480 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 66,480 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 65,352 miles

slight play in bottom steering column bush.offside front floor corroded but not in prescribe area.

Fail 24 Jun 2008 65,352 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

slight play in bottom steering column bush.offside front floor corroded but not in prescribe area.

Pass 2 Jul 2007 63,250 miles

some play in steering rack side arms

Fail 29 Jun 2007 63,250 miles

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Steering column shaft locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 61,080 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 61,077 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

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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G298 OCX is a 1990 Rover Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1990 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 55,299 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 G298 OCX, 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 36 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G298 OCX registered?

G298 OCX is a 1990 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 May 1990.

Is G298 OCX safe to buy?

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