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G473 SES

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

56,555 mi
Last recorded56,555 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG473 SES
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 56,555 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 55,845 miles

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

Fuel pipe corroded

General corrosion to vehicle

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

Fail 15 Aug 2019 55,841 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Marked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fuel pipe corroded

General corrosion to vehicle

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

Pass 9 Nov 2015 54,713 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion several areas (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Nov 2015 54,705 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings rear subframe (6.1.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion several areas (6.1.B.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 51,183 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 51,089 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 41,861 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 41,857 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 41,436 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 40,666 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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G473 SES is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 G473 SES, 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 G473 SES registered?

G473 SES is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 December 1989.

Is G473 SES safe to buy?

The MOT history for G473 SES shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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