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Q108WNL

1988 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

121,851 mi
Last recorded121,851 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ108WNL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2025 121,851 miles

Slight Engine oil leak.

Pass 4 Mar 2024 121,822 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2023 121,793 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 121,766 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2021 121,766 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 121,728 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 121,671 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 121,549 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 121,207 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 121,089 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 121,065 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 121,065 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 121,043 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 30 Sep 2013 121,010 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2012 120,997 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 120,985 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 120,967 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 120,939 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 120,896 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 120,872 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 119,347 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 116,873 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 115,103 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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Q108WNL is a 1988 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1988 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 57,367 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 Q108WNL, 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 38 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 Q108WNL registered?

Q108WNL is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 September 1988.

Is Q108WNL safe to buy?

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