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K48 UKL

1993 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,925 mi
Last recorded1,925 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2007
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK48 UKL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2007 1,925 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Fail 2 Jan 2007 1,925 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Front Lower Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 46,623 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2006 46,623 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm locating pin retaining device not properly locked (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside rear shock absorber - slightly fouling against inner wheel arch.

oil leak

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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K48 UKL is a 1993 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K48 UKL, 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 K48 UKL registered?

K48 UKL is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 April 1993.

Is K48 UKL safe to buy?

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