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G625 FCP

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

6,799 mi
Last recorded6,799 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG625 FCP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 6,799 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 6,697 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 6,573 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 6,219 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 5,501 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 4,265 miles

Rear brake pads wearing thin

Rear tyres close to limit

Pass 25 Jun 2019 2,882 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 1,887 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 1,855 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

evidence of slight fuel leak from fuel pressure regulator

Pass 18 Apr 2017 172 miles

Coolant leak ()

no back seats fitted

roll cage fitted

Fail 18 Apr 2017 172 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

no back seats fitted

roll cage fitted

Pass 14 May 2014 4,594 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 4,241 miles
Fail 23 May 2013 4,241 miles

Offside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 25 May 2012 3,980 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 3,657 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 May 2011 3,657 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 3,467 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 3,153 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 May 2008 2,730 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 23 May 2008 2,728 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2007 1,743 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2006 855 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.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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G625 FCP is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 G625 FCP, 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 G625 FCP registered?

G625 FCP is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 August 1989.

Is G625 FCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G625 FCP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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