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C10 OOL

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,142 mi
Last recorded10,142 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2011
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC10 OOL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2011 10,142 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 9,359 miles

front brake pads worn

r/n/s shock absorber slight leak

slight play f/n/s swivels

Pass 29 Apr 2008 8,965 miles

front brake pads worn

r/n/s s/absorber slight leak

slight moisture around fuel pump (no visual leak)

slight play f/n/s swivels

Pass 25 Apr 2007 8,088 miles

front o/s tyre just legal †f/n/s tyre edge worn †front exhaust mount loose †r/n/s s/absorber slight leak

Fail 20 Apr 2007 8,079 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

wiper switch loose †f/o/s tyre just legal †front tyres edge worn (n/s) †brake master cyl level slightly low †front exhaust mount loose †r/n/s s/absorber slight leak †slight play f/n/s top swivel †o/s mirror slightly loose

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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C10 OOL is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1989 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 56,834 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 C10 OOL, 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 37 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C10 OOL registered?

C10 OOL is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 July 1989.

Is C10 OOL safe to buy?

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