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C255 SSB

1986 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,300 mi
Last recorded63,300 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2016
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC255 SSB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2016 63,300 miles

unable to get emissions reading from exhaust

Pass 17 Apr 2015 62,938 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 62,934 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

emissions not tested due to severe misfire

Pass 8 Jul 2014 62,292 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 62,290 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 61,877 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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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C255 SSB is a 1986 Rover Mini in Orange with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 52,889 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 C255 SSB, 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 40 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C255 SSB?

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What year was C255 SSB registered?

C255 SSB is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 January 1986.

Is C255 SSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C255 SSB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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