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G571 OEA

1989 Rover Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

441,127 mi
Last recorded441,127 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2016
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG571 OEA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2016 441,127 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 6,943 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Jul 2011 6,943 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 69,157 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 67,359 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 67,340 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)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 65,890 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 65,032 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 20 Jan 2007 65,023 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Oct 2005 63,779 miles

both rear tyres wearing outer edges.

o/s/f tyre wearing outer edge.

Fail 14 Oct 2005 63,662 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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G571 OEA is a 1989 Rover Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 G571 OEA, 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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G571 OEA is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 October 1989.

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