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K474 FAR

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,623 mi
Last recorded40,623 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK474 FAR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 40,623 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2022 40,434 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 40,159 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 39,866 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2020 39,819 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 38,724 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 38,724 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 37,844 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 36,155 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 34,692 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 32,372 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2015 32,245 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 29,858 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 29,858 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 29,829 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 29,460 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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K474 FAR is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K474 FAR, 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 K474 FAR registered?

K474 FAR is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 January 1993.

Is K474 FAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K474 FAR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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