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K989 XTF

1993 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

74,920 mi
Last recorded74,920 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK989 XTF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 74,920 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2023 74,918 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

steering column bracket has play / worn.

Pass 3 Aug 2022 74,583 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 74,570 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 73,744 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 69,220 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 60,816 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 60,816 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 60,771 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

front discs have slight run out

Pass 21 May 2008 55,579 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 53,249 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 46,615 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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K989 XTF is a 1993 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K989 XTF, 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 K989 XTF registered?

K989 XTF is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 April 1993.

Is K989 XTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K989 XTF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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