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G485 CLJ

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

28,001 mi
Last recorded28,001 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG485 CLJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2013 28,001 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 28,001 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 27,987 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 30 Mar 2010 27,380 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2010 27,380 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 27,006 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 27,006 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 26,519 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 26,519 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jun 2005 25,174 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2005 25,174 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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G485 CLJ 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 54.5%.

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 G485 CLJ, 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

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What year was G485 CLJ registered?

G485 CLJ is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 October 1989.

Is G485 CLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G485 CLJ shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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