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G689 MYD

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

98,861 mi
Last recorded98,861 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG689 MYD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 98,861 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 98,810 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 98,535 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 98,525 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 97,520 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 96,492 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 96,387 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 96,339 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 96,209 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 96,157 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 96,066 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 95,966 miles

n/s/f tyre worn close to the legal limit

Pass 16 Dec 2014 95,858 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 95,716 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 95,478 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 94,135 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 90,809 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 87,709 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 84,486 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 81,275 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 78,015 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 75,334 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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G689 MYD is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 G689 MYD, 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 G689 MYD registered?

G689 MYD is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 December 1989.

Is G689 MYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for G689 MYD shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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