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G715 YRW

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

3,624 mi
Last recorded3,624 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG715 YRW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 3,624 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

bare wiring under bonnet

slight exhaust blow

slight movement offside track rod end shank

wipers slow operation and intermitantly not switching off

Fail 11 Nov 2013 3,624 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

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

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

bare wiring under bonnet

slight exhaust blow

slight movement offside track rod end shank

wipers slow operation

Pass 12 Oct 2006 99,344 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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G715 YRW is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 G715 YRW, 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 G715 YRW registered?

G715 YRW is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 November 1989.

Is G715 YRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G715 YRW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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