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K561 SBR

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

82,961 mi
Last recorded82,961 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK561 SBR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 82,961 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 82,601 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 81,694 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four wheels ()

Pass 19 Oct 2021 78,528 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 78,528 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 72,917 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all four wheels and tyres ()

under side of vehicle heavy undersealed

Pass 30 Oct 2018 68,097 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2018 68,097 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 671,472 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 61,992 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 57,900 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 55,578 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 60,890 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 63,288 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 61,456 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 60,662 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 60,626 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 59,823 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 59,822 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 59,091 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 56,481 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 53,534 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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K561 SBR is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 K561 SBR, 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.

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What year was K561 SBR registered?

K561 SBR is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 September 1992.

Is K561 SBR safe to buy?

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