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D358 MKO

1987 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

27,057 mi
Last recorded27,057 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Rover Mini47,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD358 MKO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 27,057 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 27 May 2026 26,958 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 26,546 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2025 26,546 miles

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 26,172 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Filler Cap Seal Deteriorating

Pass 10 May 2023 25,840 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Filler Cap Seal Deteriorating

Fail 10 May 2023 25,840 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Filler Cap Seal Deteriorating

Pass 14 May 2022 25,755 miles

both front suspension tie rod bushes perished and cracking

fuel cap seal perished

pinhole leak in centre exhaust

Fail 14 May 2022 25,755 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

both front suspension tie rod bushes perished and cracking

fuel cap seal perished

pinhole leak in centre exhaust

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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D358 MKO is a 1987 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1987 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 47,600 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 D358 MKO, 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 39 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D358 MKO registered?

D358 MKO is a 1987 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 February 1987.

Is D358 MKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for D358 MKO shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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