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G656 UHX

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

31,448 mi
Last recorded31,448 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG656 UHX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 31,448 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 31,201 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 31,188 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 30,856 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 30,514 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 30,441 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 30,036 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 29,419 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 29,053 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 28,701 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 28,476 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 28,374 miles

slight lift in offside rear suspention unit

vehicle leaking water

Pass 25 May 2010 28,121 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 27,552 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 27,552 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 26,019 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 24,372 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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G656 UHX is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 G656 UHX, 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 G656 UHX registered?

G656 UHX is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 October 1989.

Is G656 UHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G656 UHX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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