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K775 TLB

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,337 mi
Last recorded52,337 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK775 TLB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 52,337 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 52,038 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 4 Apr 2025 52,037 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Apr 2024 51,497 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 51,331 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 50,909 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 49,944 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 49,053 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 47,331 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 46,404 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 46,404 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Fail 29 May 2014 44,983 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2014 44,983 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 44,951 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

altinator belt cracked

little clearence on o/s/f bump stop

nearside sill previous repair welding looks to becoming insecure

o/s/f brake disc corroded

offside sill previous repair has an area "missed" when welded

Fail 18 Sep 2012 44,944 miles

Horn not a continuous or uniform sound (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

altinator belt cracked

little clearence on o/s/f bump stop

o/s/f brake disc corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2011 44,875 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 44,875 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 44,610 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 44,609 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 44,312 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 43,921 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 5 Jul 2008 43,900 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 43,330 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 42,173 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 42,139 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 May 2005 41,777 miles
Fail 3 May 2005 41,762 miles

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

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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K775 TLB is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 K775 TLB, 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 K775 TLB registered?

K775 TLB is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 March 1993.

Is K775 TLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K775 TLB shows 27 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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