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E591 XYC

1988 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

71,831 mi
Last recorded71,831 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE591 XYC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 71,831 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 71,676 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 71,675 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 71,536 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 71,531 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 71,251 miles

slight play in n/s rear hub

Fail 5 Nov 2021 71,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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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E591 XYC is a 1988 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 E591 XYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E591 XYC?

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What year was E591 XYC registered?

E591 XYC is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 April 1988.

Is E591 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E591 XYC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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