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G524 RYJ

1989 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

56,651 mi
Last recorded56,651 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2008
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG524 RYJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2008 56,651 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 54,167 miles

for advises please see v t 32 dated april 13 2007

Fail 13 Apr 2007 54,167 miles

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

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight corrosion to rear subframe

strong advise both front wiper blades

Pass 30 Mar 2006 50,555 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 50,555 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Small corrosion hole in nearside outer sill section,not prescribed area and general surface corrosion in many areas.

rear exhaust mountings poor condition.

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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G524 RYJ is a 1989 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 G524 RYJ, 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.

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What year was G524 RYJ registered?

G524 RYJ is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 November 1989.

Is G524 RYJ safe to buy?

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