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K488 XDW

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,149 mi
Last recorded98,149 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2006
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK488 XDW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2006 98,149 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2006 98,142 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2005 94,984 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 XDW is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 55,446 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 XDW, 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 34 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 XDW?

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What year was K488 XDW registered?

K488 XDW is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 August 1992.

Is K488 XDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K488 XDW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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