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L491 JRD

1994 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

84,315 mi
Last recorded84,315 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL491 JRD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 84,315 miles

both rear radius arms have slight play

oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2019 84,271 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

oil leak

Pass 30 May 2018 83,336 miles

corrosion to nearside front floor area

corrosion to nearside front outer sill

Fail 29 May 2018 83,336 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

corrosion to nearside front floor area

corrosion to nearside front outer sill

Pass 19 May 2017 31,032 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 81,024 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion Wheel arch (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside front valance corroded.

Pass 26 May 2016 78,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm keep a check (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm change soon (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 May 2016 78,002 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm keep a check (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm change soon (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 74,069 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 74,067 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 May 2014 72,169 miles

ENGINE TIMING CHAIN COVER HAS A OIL LEAK.

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

THE HEAD LIGHTS HAVE POOR BEAM FORMS DUE TO DETIRERATION OF THE LIGHTS.

Fail 20 May 2014 72,161 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

ENGINE TIMING CHAIN COVER HAS A OIL LEAK.

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

THE HEAD LIGHTS HAVE POOR BEAM FORMS DUE TO DETIRERATION OF THE LIGHTS.

Pass 27 Apr 2013 68,794 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 68,794 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 68,768 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 687,354 miles

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

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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L491 JRD is a 1994 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 L491 JRD, 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 L491 JRD registered?

L491 JRD is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 June 1994.

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