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L265 MEP

1994 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2023
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

43,395 mi
Last recorded43,395 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL265 MEP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2023 43,395 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 43,378 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 43,362 miles

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 43,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 43,271 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2020 43,271 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 43,214 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 42,877 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 42,876 miles

Driver's seat insecure and not locking in position (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 41,817 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 41,090 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 41,021 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 40,033 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 40,033 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 39,361 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 37,732 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 37,732 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 36,166 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 32,838 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2009 26,584 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2009 26,584 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 26,563 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 26,534 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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L265 MEP is a 1994 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L265 MEP, 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.

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What year was L265 MEP registered?

L265 MEP is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1994.

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The MOT history for L265 MEP shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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