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F489 SPC

1989 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

21,837 mi
Last recorded21,837 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 Rover Mini56,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF489 SPC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 21,837 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 21,835 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 21,513 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 21,155 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 20,833 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 20,832 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 20,174 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 19,316 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2020 19,302 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe area (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2019 17,606 miles

all tyres starting to perish

Fail 19 Apr 2019 17,606 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

all tyres starting to perish

Pass 16 May 2018 17,590 miles

all tyers starting to perish

Pass 9 Nov 2017 16,411 miles

all tyers starting to perish

Fail 9 Nov 2017 16,411 miles

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

all tyers starting to perish

Pass 7 Oct 2016 16,229 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 15,822 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 May 2006 15,822 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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F489 SPC is a 1989 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1989 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 56,834 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 F489 SPC, 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 37 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F489 SPC?

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What year was F489 SPC registered?

F489 SPC is a 1989 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 May 1989.

Is F489 SPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F489 SPC shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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