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K985 CSC

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

51,961 mi
Last recorded51,961 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK985 CSC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 51,961 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2025 50,696 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 50,684 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 49,581 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 48,955 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 47,085 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 46,845 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear is slightly corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 46,592 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 46,289 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 45,932 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 45,932 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 15 May 2009 45,227 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Fail 15 May 2009 45,227 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2008 35,405 miles

rear b rakes slightly out of balance

rear sub-frame starting to corrode

Pass 13 Feb 2007 29,819 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 26,543 miles

front subframe //rear bushs spliting

slight blow from center exhaust

slight weep from nsf inner cv boot

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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K985 CSC is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 K985 CSC, 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

How do I check the history of K985 CSC?

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What year was K985 CSC registered?

K985 CSC is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 November 1992.

Is K985 CSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K985 CSC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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