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E409 SFK

1988 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

23,946 mi
Last recorded23,946 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2006
Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE409 SFK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2006 23,946 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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E409 SFK is a 1988 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1988 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 57,367 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 E409 SFK, 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 38 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E409 SFK registered?

E409 SFK is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 March 1988.

Is E409 SFK safe to buy?

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