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G490 XKX

1990 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,737 mi
Last recorded51,737 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2011
Typical for 1990 Rover Mini55,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG490 XKX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2011 51,737 miles

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

n/s/f outer sill has a hole in but not within prescribed area

o/s/f outer sill has a hole in but not within prescribed area

Pass 24 Sep 2010 84,515 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 84,499 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 84,495 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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G490 XKX is a 1990 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 55,299 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 G490 XKX, 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 36 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G490 XKX?

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What year was G490 XKX registered?

G490 XKX is a 1990 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 February 1990.

Is G490 XKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G490 XKX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G490 XKX have outstanding finance?

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