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G510 EJW

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,317 mi
Last recorded4,317 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG510 EJW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 4,317 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 4,037 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2025 4,037 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 3,609 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 3,608 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 3,219 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 2,803 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 2,464 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 2,375 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 2,330 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 1,953 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 1,951 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

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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G510 EJW is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G510 EJW, 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

How do I check the history of G510 EJW?

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What year was G510 EJW registered?

G510 EJW is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G510 EJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G510 EJW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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