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G444 FOC

1989 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,482 mi
Last recorded1,482 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG444 FOC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 1,482 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 1,482 miles

condition of outer cv boots

Fail 30 Aug 2022 1,482 miles

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

condition of outer cv boots

Pass 6 Aug 2021 1,482 miles

Both outer mirrors small but adequate

Steering column top bearing slightly worn BORDERLINE (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 1,482 miles

Both outer mirrors small but adequate

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn BORDERLINE (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 1,382 miles

Rear view & offside door mirror small but adequate

Steering column top bearing slightly worn BORDERLINE! (2.2.2 (b))

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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G444 FOC is a 1989 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 G444 FOC, 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 G444 FOC registered?

G444 FOC is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 August 1989.

Is G444 FOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G444 FOC shows 6 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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