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B349 AFC

1985 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,070 mi
Last recorded10,070 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB349 AFC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2025 10,070 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 8,556 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 7,689 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 6,881 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 5,925 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 5,076 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2016 3,925 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 1,540 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 99,389 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 94,129 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 89,093 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 86,669 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 80,841 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 76,957 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 73,445 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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B349 AFC is a 1985 Rover Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 50,678 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 B349 AFC, 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 41 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 B349 AFC registered?

B349 AFC is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 May 1985.

Is B349 AFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B349 AFC shows 15 tests 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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