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K551 APC

1993 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

57,989 mi
Last recorded57,989 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2016
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK551 APC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2016 57,989 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 57,989 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 57,979 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 57,976 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 57,976 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2011 57,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 24 Aug 2011 57,964 miles

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 57,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 2 Aug 2010 57,841 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 57,694 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 56,704 miles

ADVISE IMAGE POOR ON O/SIDE H/LAMP

ADVISE SLIGHT LIFT IN N/SIDE BOTTOM BALL JOINT

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR HUBS

Fail 6 Aug 2008 56,704 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

ADVISE IMAGE POOR ON O/SIDE H/LAMP

ADVISE SLIGHT LIFT IN N/SIDE BOTTOM BALL JOINT

ADVISE SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR HUBS

Fail 23 Aug 2007 48,402 miles

ADVISE PLAY IN O/S BOTTOM BALL JOINT AND SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S REAR HUB

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 48,402 miles

ADVISE PLAY IN O/S BOTTOM BALL JOINT AND SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S REAR HUB

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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K551 APC is a 1993 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 K551 APC, 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 K551 APC registered?

K551 APC is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K551 APC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K551 APC shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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