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G704 VTR

1990 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,326 mi
Last recorded52,326 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1990 Rover Mini55,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG704 VTR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 52,326 miles

slight corrosion to n/s outer sill

Pass 13 May 2016 52,291 miles

rear sub frame showing signs of weakness slight corrosiopn tomain brake pipes

Pass 6 May 2015 52,159 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear sub frame corrosion visable

Pass 9 May 2014 51,891 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

vehicle underside thickly coated with waxoyl.

Fail 6 May 2014 51,887 miles

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

vehicle underside thickly coated with waxoyl.

Pass 14 May 2013 51,577 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 51,196 miles

Oil leak

rear sub frame showing signs of corrosion

Pass 5 May 2011 50,957 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 50,701 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 50,701 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 50,164 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 49,981 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 49,946 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 4 May 2006 49,848 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 49,823 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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G704 VTR is a 1990 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G704 VTR, 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.

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What year was G704 VTR registered?

G704 VTR is a 1990 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 January 1990.

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