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54 MS

1986 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,150 mi
Last recorded66,150 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2024
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration54 MS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,293cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2024 66,150 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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54 MS is a 1986 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,293cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 52,889 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 54 MS, 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 40 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 54 MS?

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What year was 54 MS registered?

54 MS is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is 54 MS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 54 MS shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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