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K354 AVS

1993 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,893 mi
Last recorded42,893 miles
Recorded on1 May 2020
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK354 AVS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2020 42,893 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner Wheel Arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 May 2020 42,889 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame insecure and impairing directional stability Rubber Mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Sub-frame insecure and impairing directional stability Rubber Mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

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

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner Wheel Arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 40,517 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 40,485 miles

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

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

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

all prescribe areas corroded but not considered excessive

both front tyres side walls perishing/cracking

Fail 28 May 2014 40,478 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 40,431 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 36,971 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 29,247 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 29,217 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 28,954 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 27,781 miles

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

slight blow on exhaust centre box and at manifold

slight movement in o/s and n/s suspension ball joints

Pass 28 Feb 2006 26,301 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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K354 AVS is a 1993 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 K354 AVS, 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 K354 AVS registered?

K354 AVS is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 March 1993.

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