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L426 DOP

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,815 mi
Last recorded85,815 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL426 DOP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 85,815 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 85,708 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 85,319 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 84,713 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 84,388 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2019 84,343 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 83,687 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 83,559 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 83,492 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 83,368 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 82,643 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 81,921 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 81,184 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 79,842 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 79,842 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 77,683 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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L426 DOP is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 L426 DOP, 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 L426 DOP registered?

L426 DOP is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 April 1994.

Is L426 DOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L426 DOP shows 16 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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