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K499 DWC

1992 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

45,374 mi
Last recorded45,374 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK499 DWC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 45,374 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 45,363 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 45,295 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2022 45,133 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 44,943 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 44,784 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 44,780 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 44,501 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 43,976 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 43,538 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 43,135 miles

Front floor slightly corroded

Rear both tyres showing signs of age (cracking around sidewalls)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 42,650 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 42,220 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 41,759 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 41,759 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside 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 24 Jul 2012 41,250 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 40,756 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 40,338 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 39,866 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 39,866 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

REAR SUBFRAME N/S/F MOUNT RUBBER BECOMING SOFT.

Pass 24 Jul 2008 39,351 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 38,879 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 38,376 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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K499 DWC is a 1992 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 K499 DWC, 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

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What year was K499 DWC registered?

K499 DWC is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K499 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K499 DWC shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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