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B487 ODD

1985 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,202 mi
Last recorded67,202 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Rover Mini50,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB487 ODD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 67,202 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 67,000 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 66,963 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 66,806 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 66,743 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 66,682 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2020 66,678 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits too high, (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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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B487 ODD is a 1985 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B487 ODD, 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 B487 ODD registered?

B487 ODD is a 1985 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 January 1985.

Is B487 ODD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B487 ODD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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