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XTU 685E

1992 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,803 mi
Last recorded53,803 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTU 685E
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 53,803 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2019 53,803 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn rear subframe bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Dec 2017 53,002 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 50,982 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 50,846 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 50,821 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 50,821 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 May 2012 50,467 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 49,539 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 49,539 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 May 2010 48,403 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 47,316 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 45,724 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 43,946 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2007 43,946 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 42,220 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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XTU 685E is a 1992 Rover Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 55,446 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 XTU 685E, 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 34 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 XTU 685E registered?

XTU 685E is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is XTU 685E safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTU 685E shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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