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H353 WGT

1991 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,800 mi
Last recorded77,800 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Rover Mini56,005 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH353 WGT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 77,800 miles

slight wear in offside and nearside front suspension

Fail 22 May 2026 77,800 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

slight wear in offside and nearside front suspension

Pass 23 May 2025 77,661 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 77,655 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 77,617 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 77,491 miles
Fail 10 May 2022

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2021 77,415 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 77,407 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 77,000 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 76,991 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail in tread

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

oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2015 76,925 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 76,922 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2013 76,225 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 73,898 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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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H353 WGT is a 1991 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1991 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 56,005 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 H353 WGT, 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 35 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 H353 WGT registered?

H353 WGT is a 1991 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1991.

Is H353 WGT safe to buy?

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