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C481 KUK

1986 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,588 mi
Last recorded13,588 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC481 KUK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2025 13,588 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 12,778 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 12,188 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 11,844 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 11,674 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 8,742 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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C481 KUK is a 1986 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C481 KUK, 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

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What year was C481 KUK registered?

C481 KUK is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 March 1986.

Is C481 KUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C481 KUK shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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