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K530 GRA

1992 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,645 mi
Last recorded32,645 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK530 GRA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 32,645 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 32,354 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 31,809 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 31,276 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 30,570 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 30,402 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 30,323 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 29,510 miles

DVSA advised to test the emissions on this vehicle as a non cat test as this vehicle has never had an ecu, lambda sensor or cat fitted as standard

Fail 19 Mar 2019 29,510 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 23,449 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 29,218 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 29,125 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 28,823 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 28,300 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 28,299 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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K530 GRA is a 1992 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 K530 GRA, 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 K530 GRA registered?

K530 GRA is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 November 1992.

Is K530 GRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K530 GRA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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