CarVerify

Free Car Check

G395 RAP

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

73,080 mi
Last recorded73,080 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG395 RAP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2020 73,080 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 72,686 miles

Both off side and near side rear floor sections beginning to rust

Near side strearing track rod joint worn

Pass 8 May 2018 70,624 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 66,561 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 63,056 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 61,595 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 59,183 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 56,921 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 53,529 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 53,528 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2011 52,498 miles

Front registration plate in poor condition and cracked

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 31 May 2011 52,496 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front registration plate in poor condition and cracked

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 29 Jul 2008 52,477 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 52,477 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 52,430 miles

front brake discs begining to warp.

Fail 16 Jul 2007 52,430 miles

Nearside Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

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

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

front brake discs begining to warp.

Pass 3 Jul 2006 52,420 miles

front brake discs begining to warp.

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
Full Rover Mini reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G395 RAP is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 G395 RAP, 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 G395 RAP?

You can check the full history of G395 RAP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G395 RAP registered?

G395 RAP is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 October 1989.

Is G395 RAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G395 RAP shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G395 RAP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G395 RAP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.