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GJU 690V

1979 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 848cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,312 mi
Last recorded11,312 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1979 Rover Mini53,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJU 690V
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine848cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2026 11,312 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 10,911 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 10,623 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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GJU 690V is a 1979 Rover Mini in Red with a 848cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 53,775 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 GJU 690V, 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 47 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GJU 690V?

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What year was GJU 690V registered?

GJU 690V is a 1979 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is GJU 690V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJU 690V shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GJU 690V have outstanding finance?

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