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H354 BMX

1991 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (11 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate52.4%

Mileage

75,096 mi
Last recorded75,096 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Rover Mini56,005 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH354 BMX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 10 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 75,096 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 75,074 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 74,570 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside rear shock absorber has reduced damping effect

nearside rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

oil leak on engine

parking brake warning light not working when parking brake is applied

rear lower valance corroded and holed

tyre size: 145/70R12 69S

Fail 22 Oct 2014 74,568 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated

nearside headlamp lense cracked

nearside rear tyre slightly worn on inner edge and is 14 year's old

offside rear tyre worn on outer edge

oil leak on engine

parking brake warning light not working when parking brake lever is applied

rear lower valance corroded and holed

tyre size: 145/70R12 69T

Pass 7 Oct 2013

Offside and nearside front lower inner wheelarches have insufficient repair

Fail 4 Oct 2013

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear Battery insecure (1.9.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside and nearside front lower inner wheelarches have insufficient repair

Pass 7 Jun 2012 68,419 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 68,419 miles

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 68,358 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 17 Jun 2011 58,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 27 May 2010 68,258 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 27 May 2010 68,258 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 68,207 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Jun 2009 68,200 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 68,039 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 68,039 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 28 May 2008 67,985 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 67,682 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 67,567 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2006 66,890 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 9 Jun 2006 66,763 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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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H354 BMX is a 1991 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.4%.

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 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 H354 BMX, 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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H354 BMX is a 1991 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1991.

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