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C289 RYJ

1986 Rover Mini

Beige Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

42,354 mi
Last recorded42,354 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2010
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC289 RYJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2010 42,354 miles

because the front subframe is rubber mounted there is a small amount of flexibility on the frame when the steering wheel is rocked to check steering for play

both front seats have been bolted to the floor not allowing entry for rear seat passengers.

oversized wheels and tyres have been fitted not allowing the same amount of clearance as oe equipment

Fail 24 Aug 2010 42,354 miles

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

because the front subframe is rubber mounted there is a small amount of flexibility on the frame when the steering wheel is rocked to check steering for play

both front seats have been bolted to the floor not allowing entry for rear seat passengers.

oversized wheels and tyres have been fitted not allowing the same amount of clearance as oe equipment

Pass 13 Sep 2008 40,488 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 11 Sep 2008 40,488 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fuel hose from tank tjrough boot floor to metal fuel pipe heavily perished although not leaking at present

Pass 1 Sep 2007 40,449 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 39,756 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2006 39,756 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (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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C289 RYJ is a 1986 Rover Mini in Beige with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C289 RYJ, 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.

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What year was C289 RYJ registered?

C289 RYJ is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 May 1986.

Is C289 RYJ safe to buy?

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