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G551 HUY

1990 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

10,357 mi
Last recorded10,357 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1990 Rover Mini55,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG551 HUY
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 10,357 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Some underbody corrosion

Pass 5 Jul 2025 9,480 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 9,415 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 9,300 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 93,001 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 9,300 miles

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

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 9 May 2008 100,807 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2007 758 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 94,532 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2006 94,532 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2006 90,742 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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G551 HUY is a 1990 Rover Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G551 HUY, 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

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What year was G551 HUY registered?

G551 HUY is a 1990 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is G551 HUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G551 HUY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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