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K73 LRV

1992 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

80 mi
Last recorded80 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2011
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK73 LRV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2011 80 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2010 20 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension upper ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 20 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 31 May 2008 64,784 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 64,782 miles

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 May 2007 64,244 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 May 2007 64,242 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 63,344 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 63,339 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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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K73 LRV is a 1992 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 K73 LRV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K73 LRV registered?

K73 LRV is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K73 LRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K73 LRV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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