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K252 TPV

1993 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

35,747 mi
Last recorded35,747 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK252 TPV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 35,747 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 35,529 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 35,320 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 35,102 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 34,764 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 34,255 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 34,254 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 33,963 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 33,818 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 33,498 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 33,123 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2017 33,122 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 32,774 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 29,149 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 29,149 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 23,033 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 23,023 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 22,885 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 22,885 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 22,494 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 22,494 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 10 May 2007 22,231 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play in front wheels

Fail 10 May 2007 22,231 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight play in front wheels

Pass 24 May 2006 22,042 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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K252 TPV is a 1993 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 K252 TPV, 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 K252 TPV registered?

K252 TPV is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 March 1993.

Is K252 TPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K252 TPV shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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