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G389 RGH

1990 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,765 mi
Last recorded21,765 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2021
Typical for 1990 Rover Mini55,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG389 RGH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2021 21,765 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 21,686 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 21,664 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 21,640 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 21,415 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 20,897 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 20,509 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 20,315 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 19,899 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 19,701 miles

rust in nearside sill outside perscribed area

Pass 4 Jun 2007 19,356 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 19,353 miles

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

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s outer sill badly corroded

Pass 25 May 2006 17,108 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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G389 RGH is a 1990 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 G389 RGH, 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.

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What year was G389 RGH registered?

G389 RGH is a 1990 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 May 1990.

Is G389 RGH safe to buy?

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