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L278 PTV

1994 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

64,022 mi
Last recorded64,022 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL278 PTV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 64,022 miles
Fail 18 May 2026 63,912 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 63,237 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 62,525 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 62,333 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 61,285 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 60,264 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 58,790 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 56,456 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 51,638 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2015 51,638 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Stop lamp not working Both (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 49,333 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 49,333 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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L278 PTV is a 1994 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 L278 PTV, 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

How do I check the history of L278 PTV?

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What year was L278 PTV registered?

L278 PTV is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L278 PTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L278 PTV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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