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K178 NSL

1993 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,380 mi
Last recorded48,380 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2009
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK178 NSL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2009 48,380 miles

corrosion in o/s/f wing soon req's attention.

exhaust leak around front pipe joint area.

front wipers blades worn.

n/s & o/s/f steering rack gailers perished.

n/s/f tyre worn 2mm.

Pass 30 May 2008 38,039 miles

o/s/f headlamp beam pattern slightly distorted.soon req's attention.

o/s/f tyre worn 2mm.

rear brakes out of balance.

Pass 9 Jun 2007 28,983 miles

all suspension bushes perished and split

corrosion to rear of chassis and floor

exhaust split and blowing

Fail 26 May 2007 28,691 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 23,904 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 23,866 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Advanced age cracking to all suspension bushes

Advanced pitting and corrosion to O/S/F inner brake disc face

Dampness to rear suspension shock absorbers

Engine oil leaks

Front number plate cracked

Slight play in both front wheel bearings

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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K178 NSL is a 1993 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K178 NSL, 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.

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What year was K178 NSL registered?

K178 NSL is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 June 1993.

Is K178 NSL safe to buy?

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