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G454 OEC

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,712 mi
Last recorded69,712 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2020
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG454 OEC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2020 69,712 miles

Brake performance not tested due to brake bind (1.2.1 (g))

Front Bumper insecure not fitted to vehicle showing bumper mounts (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges wiring insecure plus grill missing exposed to elements (4.11 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both rear hand brakes sticking when released (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2013 94,824 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 94,822 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jan 2012 69,031 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 68,762 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 65,644 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2010 65,628 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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G454 OEC is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 G454 OEC, 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 G454 OEC registered?

G454 OEC is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 November 1989.

Is G454 OEC safe to buy?

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