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K601 DFL

1993 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

126,884 mi
Last recorded126,884 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK601 DFL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 126,884 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

vehicle modified significantly from standard

Pass 8 Apr 2022 69,419 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2012 67,632 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 67,632 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

fog light bracket loose

no bumpers fitted

Pass 15 Jul 2010 67,632 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 67,632 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 67,632 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

front and rear bumpers not fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2008 66,101 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 76,688 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 76,687 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 75,488 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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K601 DFL is a 1993 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 K601 DFL, 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 K601 DFL registered?

K601 DFL is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 March 1993.

Is K601 DFL safe to buy?

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