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K246 HTO

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,976 mi
Last recorded48,976 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK246 HTO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 48,976 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 48,976 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 48,962 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 48,806 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 48,484 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 47,956 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 47,383 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 47,106 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 42,892 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

o/s rear brake low efficiency

slight play in rear swivel hubs

Pass 13 Sep 2006 42,892 miles

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

o/s rear brake low efficiency

slight play in rear swivel hubs

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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K246 HTO is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K246 HTO, 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 K246 HTO registered?

K246 HTO is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 March 1993.

Is K246 HTO safe to buy?

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