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L185 EKO

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,893 mi
Last recorded59,893 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL185 EKO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 59,893 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Apr 2026 59,811 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2025 59,021 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 58,989 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 58,896 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 58,131 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 58,050 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 57,944 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 57,726 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 56,756 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 55,593 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 55,577 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 54,187 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 52,466 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 52,406 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 50,399 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 48,420 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 46,318 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 44,544 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 43,079 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 41,242 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 39,188 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 37,126 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 35,499 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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L185 EKO is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1994 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 53,447 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 L185 EKO, 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 32 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 L185 EKO registered?

L185 EKO is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L185 EKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L185 EKO shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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