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G76 DPA

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

12,219 mi
Last recorded12,219 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG76 DPA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 12,219 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 12,207 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 12,205 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 12,205 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 12,196 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 12,169 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 11,945 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 11,945 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 11,785 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 11,360 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 10,919 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

near side front tyre has small cut in outer side wall

Pass 21 Feb 2012 10,613 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 10,407 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 10,343 miles

small cut in near side front tyre outer wall

Pass 16 Feb 2009 10,265 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 10,024 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 10,024 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 98,490 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 9,647 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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G76 DPA is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 G76 DPA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G76 DPA registered?

G76 DPA is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 December 1989.

Is G76 DPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G76 DPA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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