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G3 MDO

1991 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

77,764 mi
Last recorded77,764 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Rover Mini56,005 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 MDO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 77,764 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 77,352 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 77,051 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ON SUSPENSION STRUT (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2023 77,050 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ON SUSPENSION STRUT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated ON SUSPENSION STRUT (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 76,404 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2020 76,403 miles

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 74,587 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 73,680 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 71,780 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 71,081 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 71,010 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2014 69,906 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Aug 2014 69,903 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 69,076 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2013 69,072 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s/f wheel bearing has slight play

Pass 26 Nov 2012 68,404 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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G3 MDO is a 1991 Rover Mini in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1991 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 56,005 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 G3 MDO, 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 35 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G3 MDO registered?

G3 MDO is a 1991 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 March 1991.

Is G3 MDO safe to buy?

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