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A5 CYX

1986 Rover Mini

Cream Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,916 mi
Last recorded39,916 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 CYX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 39,916 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 39,534 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 38,875 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 38,337 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 38,271 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2018 36,948 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 36,932 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 36,583 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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A5 CYX is a 1986 Rover Mini in Cream with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests 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 A5 CYX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A5 CYX?

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What year was A5 CYX registered?

A5 CYX is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 June 1986.

Is A5 CYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 CYX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A5 CYX have outstanding finance?

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