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K488 OAB

1993 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

68,678 mi
Last recorded68,678 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK488 OAB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 68,678 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 68,601 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 68,538 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 68,462 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 68,236 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 68,068 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2018 67,934 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 67,836 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 67,099 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 67,099 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 65,482 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 63,729 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 63,729 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 62,120 miles

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 60,876 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 60,876 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2007 58,173 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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K488 OAB is a 1993 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 K488 OAB, 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

How do I check the history of K488 OAB?

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What year was K488 OAB registered?

K488 OAB is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 February 1993.

Is K488 OAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K488 OAB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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