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K617 FFS

1993 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,394 mi
Last recorded19,394 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK617 FFS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 19,394 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2023 18,958 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 18,363 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 17,361 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 17,184 miles

f/n/s + f/o/s sills excessively corroded [not in prescribed area]

Fail 10 Jun 2015 17,184 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

f/n/s + f/o/s sills excessively corroded [not in prescribed area]

Pass 13 May 2014 17,044 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 17,040 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 May 2013 16,738 miles

Slight play OS upper ball joint.

Pass 14 May 2012 16,094 miles

Throttle sticks occasionally.

Fail 14 May 2012 16,094 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Throttle sticks occasionally.

Pass 25 May 2011 15,752 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 14,957 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 14,255 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 12,862 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 12,862 miles

Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 11,796 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 11,446 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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K617 FFS is a 1993 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 K617 FFS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K617 FFS registered?

K617 FFS is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 July 1993.

Is K617 FFS safe to buy?

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