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K406 RTN

1993 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

112,218 mi
Last recorded112,218 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK406 RTN
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2024 112,218 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Center rear brake pipe rounted incorrectly

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouling against tie rod

Offside Front Brake pipe fouling against tie rod

Pass 19 Apr 2023 62,806 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2023 62,860 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 62,669 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2022 62,669 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 62,494 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 61,442 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 55,777 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 42,199 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 33,136 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 30,381 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2009 30,381 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 28,357 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2006 28,357 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

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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K406 RTN is a 1993 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1993 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 54,042 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 K406 RTN, 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 K406 RTN registered?

K406 RTN is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 March 1993.

Is K406 RTN safe to buy?

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