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G705 HON

1990 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

19,811 mi
Last recorded19,811 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 1990 Rover Mini55,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG705 HON
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 19,811 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 19,810 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 19,788 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 19,690 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 18,485 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 17,745 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2015 17,743 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush radios arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Fail 4 Nov 2014 17,490 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 17,490 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 17,443 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 17,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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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G705 HON is a 1990 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G705 HON, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G705 HON registered?

G705 HON is a 1990 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 March 1990.

Is G705 HON safe to buy?

The MOT history for G705 HON shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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