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G722 XPG

1989 Rover Mini

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

35,312 mi
Last recorded35,312 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2015
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG722 XPG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2015 35,312 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2015 35,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 35,238 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2013 35,158 miles

Alternator belt worn and split.

Both sides front susspension lower arms bushes perrished.

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear brake pipes corroded.

front and rear subframes corroded.

Fail 22 Jun 2013 35,158 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Alternator belt worn and split.

Both sides front susspension lower arms bushes perrished.

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Radius arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear brake pipes corroded.

front and rear subframes corroded.

Pass 18 Apr 2012 35,044 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 35,044 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 34,988 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 34,988 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 May 2010 34,908 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 34,611 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 34,605 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 34,605 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 34,562 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 34,562 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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G722 XPG is a 1989 Rover Mini in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G722 XPG, 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 G722 XPG registered?

G722 XPG is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G722 XPG safe to buy?

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