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K457 VFX

1993 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,781 mi
Last recorded88,781 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK457 VFX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 88,781 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 88,354 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 87,698 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 87,270 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 86,688 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 86,497 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 84,763 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 81,754 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 81,776 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 May 2006 81,736 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f tyre sidewall perishing

Fail 12 May 2006 81,736 miles

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

o/s/f tyre perishing

slight blow front exhaust joint

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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K457 VFX is a 1993 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 K457 VFX, 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 K457 VFX registered?

K457 VFX is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 January 1993.

Is K457 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K457 VFX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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