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L494 XWP

1994 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

2,933 mi
Last recorded2,933 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2012
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL494 XWP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2012 2,933 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 2,915 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 1,644 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 1,644 miles

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 42,469 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 59,616 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 59,581 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake back plate(s) securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 58,320 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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L494 XWP is a 1994 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 L494 XWP, 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 L494 XWP registered?

L494 XWP is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 March 1994.

Is L494 XWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L494 XWP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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