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K596 GAH

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

76,994 mi
Last recorded76,994 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK596 GAH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2019 76,994 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 76,994 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 76,622 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 76,622 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Mar 2017 76,547 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 76,547 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 76,322 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 72,820 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 72,815 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

advise only one seat fitted in front

Pass 22 Apr 2008 68,933 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 68,883 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

advise front pads wearing low n/s/f wiper blade split

Pass 5 Apr 2007 61,265 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 52,665 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 52,665 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

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

advise n/s wiper blade borderline

slight play in o/s/f lower ball joint

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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K596 GAH is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 K596 GAH, 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 K596 GAH registered?

K596 GAH is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K596 GAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K596 GAH 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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