£4,000 (Est: £4,000 - £5,000)
1990 ROVER MINI RACG FLAME CHECKMATE
Mathewsons • UK • 29 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 20% of Past Sales
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£4,000 (Est: £4,000 - £5,000)
1990 ROVER MINI RACG FLAME CHECKMATE
UK • 29 Jul 2026 • Lot 156
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1990 Rover Mini RACG Flame Checkmate has been recently restored with a partial reshell, new paint, brakes, wiring, and suspension. It features a 998cc engine with Stage 1 tuning and is MOT'd until July 2026.
The car benefits from a documented restoration process and has been kept garaged while SORNed for 7 years. The original seats have been reinstated, and it comes with a good history file, making it a solid option for classic Mini enthusiasts.
Condition
8
The car has undergone a recent restoration including partial reshelling, a full respray, new brakes, a new wiring loom, new suspension components, and interior refurbishment with new carpets. While the original doors, bonnet, and boot lid are retained, the extensive work suggests it was in need of significant attention, placing it in the 'Excellent' category as it's now very well-maintained with minimal imperfections post-restoration.
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68,019 miles (via 2026 MOT)
H163 BFE
1990
Auction
Manual
RHD
United Kingdom
£4,000 (Est: £4,000 - £5,000)
1990 ROVER MINI RACG FLAME CHECKMATE
Mathewsons • UK • 29 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 20% of Past Sales
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Description
Mileage: Please refer to the video for the mileage showing Make: ROVER MINI Model: RACG FLAME CHECKMATE Registration: H163 BFE
Engine Size (cc): 998 Transmission: 4 Speed Manual Petrol Year of Manufacture: 1990 Date First Registered: 08/08/1990 MOT Expiry Date: 21/07/2026 Current V5: YES Location: PICKERING You can view from: Wednesday 22 July 2026 - Tuesday 28 July 2026
Price Analysis vs Other Minis
£1,010
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£7,089
Median Price (Since 2020)
£79,146
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 21st Jul 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
68,019 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 23rd Jun 2026, 68,019 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Passed
On 22nd Jul 2025, 67,848 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed
On 21st Jul 2025, 67,848 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Major:
- Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
Minor:
- Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Passed
On 25th Apr 2017, 65,789 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front oil leak
- Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play slight play (2.5.A.3c)
MOT Mileage Trend
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Auction House Headquarters
Mathewsons
Pickering Road, Thornton-le-Dale, Pickering, Yorkshire, YO18 7LH
Operating from Pickering, North Yorkshire, Mathewsons is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold regular live auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.
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