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G489 VPL

1987 Mini Moke

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,641 mi
Last recorded20,641 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Mini Moke16,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG489 VPL
MakeMini
ModelMoke
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 20,641 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 20,331 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 20,134 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 19,832 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2021 19,753 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner steering mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength outer floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 28 May 2020 19,153 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty internal warning when operated missing (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements internal warning when operated missing (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2020 19,153 miles

Brake performance not tested due to the amount of play in wheel bearing (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning switch faulty internal warning when operated missing (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements internal warning when operated missing (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2019 18,859 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 18,385 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 18,360 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 17,857 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 17,857 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

How Reliable is the Mini Moke?

Based on 1,705 MOT tests across 167 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
196
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 56
Stop lamp not working 50
brake recording little or no effort 44
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 35
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G489 VPL is a 1987 Mini Moke in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Mini Moke models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 16,972 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 Mini Moke fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 56 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G489 VPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mini Moke typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 39 years old, this Mini Moke is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G489 VPL registered?

G489 VPL is a 1987 Mini Moke, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is G489 VPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G489 VPL shows 12 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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