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ACA 224W

1990 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

19,455 mi
Last recorded19,455 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Rover Mini55,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACA 224W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 19,455 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 19,455 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 19,380 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 19,195 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 19,125 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 18,972 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 18,797 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 18,649 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 18,262 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 18,012 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 17,734 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 17,279 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 16,628 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 16,232 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 15,115 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 14,885 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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ACA 224W is a 1990 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1990 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 55,299 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 ACA 224W, 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 36 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ACA 224W?

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What year was ACA 224W registered?

ACA 224W is a 1990 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 June 1990.

Is ACA 224W safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACA 224W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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