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B434 GTF

1985 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,525 mi
Last recorded93,525 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2011
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB434 GTF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2011 93,525 miles

nearside front shock weak

offside rear shock weeping

Fail 14 Dec 2011 93,523 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

nearside front shock weak

offside rear shock weeping

Pass 30 Dec 2010 90,671 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 90,250 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise o/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

brake pedal rubber showing wear recommend replacing

oil leak

steering and suspension showing age and wear

Pass 12 Sep 2008 89,045 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise o/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

brake pedal rubber showing wear

oil leak

steering and suspension showing age and wear

Fail 10 Sep 2008 89,045 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise o/s/f wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

brake pedal rubber showing wear

oil leak

steering and suspension showing age and wear

Pass 13 Sep 2007 88,977 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

brake pedal rubber showing wear

Pass 4 Sep 2006 88,535 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 88,294 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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B434 GTF is a 1985 Rover Mini in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B434 GTF, 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 B434 GTF registered?

B434 GTF is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 January 1985.

Is B434 GTF safe to buy?

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