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G503 KAV

1989 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

31,544 mi
Last recorded31,544 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG503 KAV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 31,544 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 31,517 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 31,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2023 31,232 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 30,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside wax oiled

Pass 3 Nov 2021 30,656 miles

Covered in underseal

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

Pass 27 Oct 2020 30,475 miles

Chassis covered in underseal

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 30,247 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Center box (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides top ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Some rust on inner wings and front cross member

Underside heavily undersealed - unable to check chassis and components thoroughly

Pass 24 Oct 2018 30,067 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Radius type arm has slight play - noticed at wheel (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle heavily undersealed - unable to inspect chassis and components throughly

Pass 20 Oct 2017 29,830 miles

General corrosion under vehicle - no obvious rot

Pass 28 Oct 2016 29,310 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 29,309 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 28,639 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2015 28,639 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 May 2014 28,630 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2014 28,628 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 27,656 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 27,252 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 27,252 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 26,731 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 26,323 miles

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Jul 2009 26,323 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 25,826 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 25,335 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 24,884 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.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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G503 KAV is a 1989 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 G503 KAV, 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 G503 KAV registered?

G503 KAV is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G503 KAV safe to buy?

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