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K170 FHM

1993 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,075 mi
Last recorded84,075 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK170 FHM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 84,075 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 83,447 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 83,153 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 82,942 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 82,663 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 82,575 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 82,389 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 81,964 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 81,361 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 80,646 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 79,158 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 79,140 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 77,756 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 76,431 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 2 May 2012 75,220 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2011 72,800 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 69,853 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 66,997 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 63,775 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 63,775 miles

Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 59,927 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 56,525 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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K170 FHM is a 1993 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1993 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 54,042 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 K170 FHM, 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 33 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K170 FHM registered?

K170 FHM is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 April 1993.

Is K170 FHM safe to buy?

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