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G307 XFA

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,353 mi
Last recorded82,353 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2025
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG307 XFA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2025 82,353 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 82,312 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered (undersealed) (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sill / Jacking points corroded Both

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Arch corroded

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust hanger broken

Pass 16 Aug 2021 81,962 miles

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 81,962 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering rack u clamps twisting on bulk head requires u clamp nuts tightened (2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 81,514 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (ALL) heavily under sealed (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle heavily under-sealed corrosion around sills and rear inner arch area

Fail 23 Jul 2020 81,514 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end locking nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (ALL) heavily under sealed (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle heavily under-sealed corrosion around sills and rear inner arch area

Pass 25 Feb 2019 81,297 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold flange (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 81,135 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold flang (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Jan 2018 81,129 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold flang (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 81,002 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 81,002 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 80,593 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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G307 XFA is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G307 XFA, 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 G307 XFA registered?

G307 XFA is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 22 August 1989.

Is G307 XFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G307 XFA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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