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K709 FWT

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,963 mi
Last recorded43,963 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK709 FWT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 43,963 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 43,962 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 43,951 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 41,519 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 2 Jun 2008 41,517 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 41,502 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 41,501 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2006 32,993 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 32,993 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Ball joint has excessive 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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K709 FWT is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 K709 FWT, 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 K709 FWT registered?

K709 FWT is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K709 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for K709 FWT shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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