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C5 GHG

1991 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,805 mi
Last recorded69,805 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 1991 Rover Mini56,005 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 GHG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 69,805 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 69,718 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 69,623 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 69,220 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 68,677 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 67,133 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2019 67,133 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 66,735 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 65,869 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 65,841 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 65,146 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 64,503 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2012 63,723 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 May 2009 63,264 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 63,264 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

slight corrosion in o/s/r arch

Pass 24 Apr 2008 62,761 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 62,761 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

engine oil leaks

Pass 20 Apr 2007 60,144 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 60,141 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 57,826 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 8 Dec 2005 57,789 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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C5 GHG is a 1991 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1991 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 56,005 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 C5 GHG, 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 35 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C5 GHG registered?

C5 GHG is a 1991 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 October 1991.

Is C5 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 GHG shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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