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D463 BVJ

1987 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,099 mi
Last recorded50,099 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Rover Mini47,600 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD463 BVJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 50,099 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 50,099 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 50,099 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 50,099 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 50,099 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 50,099 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 50,099 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 50,099 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 50,099 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 50,099 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 26 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 41,564 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 39,702 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 39,702 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 39,461 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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D463 BVJ is a 1987 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 D463 BVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D463 BVJ?

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What year was D463 BVJ registered?

D463 BVJ is a 1987 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 April 1987.

Is D463 BVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D463 BVJ shows 15 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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