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MFX 199G

1982 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,909 mi
Last recorded65,909 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1982 Rover Mini54,303 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMFX 199G
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 65,909 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in radius arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

underseal coming off underbody exposing poor welding repairs

Pass 3 Jun 2024 65,874 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

damage to Nearside front floor

Pass 22 May 2023 65,716 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 65,553 miles
Fail 23 May 2022 65,551 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 65,329 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 64,911 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 64,911 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 21 May 2020 64,872 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 64,692 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 64,384 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 63,528 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Apr 2016 62,195 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 23,341 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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MFX 199G is a 1982 Rover Mini in Green with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1982 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 54,303 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 MFX 199G, 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 44 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MFX 199G registered?

MFX 199G is a 1982 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 August 1982.

Is MFX 199G safe to buy?

The MOT history for MFX 199G shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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