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K85 HAL

1993 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,422 mi
Last recorded61,422 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2016
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK85 HAL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2016 61,422 miles

floor pans corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2015 61,381 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 61,254 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 61,185 miles

inner and outer sills corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2012 60,891 miles

sills ndfloor pansrusted

Fail 8 Mar 2012 60,891 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

sills ndfloor pansrusted

Pass 16 Feb 2011 603,267 miles

floor pans rusted front and rear.

Pass 5 Dec 2009 59,941 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front jacking points corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2008 58,960 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 58,489 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2007 58,489 miles

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

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 56,819 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 56,772 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

no courtesy flash on main beam switch

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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K85 HAL is a 1993 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 K85 HAL, 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 K85 HAL registered?

K85 HAL is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 January 1993.

Is K85 HAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K85 HAL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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