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K981 BWO

1992 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,703 mi
Last recorded62,703 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK981 BWO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 62,703 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 62,371 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2024 62,356 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 61,946 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 61,515 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 61,276 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 61,240 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 61,361 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 61,016 miles

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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K981 BWO is a 1992 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 K981 BWO, 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 K981 BWO registered?

K981 BWO is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K981 BWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K981 BWO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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