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L517 XWP

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,546 mi
Last recorded65,546 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL517 XWP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 65,546 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt ball joint cover damaged/deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 63,959 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 63,534 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2023 63,533 miles

Emissions unable to be completed exhaust emitting excessive fumes, emissions test aborted (serious fuelling issue) (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 63,024 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre inner sidewall slightly perished/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 62,803 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 62,632 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 62,381 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 62,124 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 61,620 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 61,396 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 59,905 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 58,772 miles

Slight play in O/S/F lower ball joint

Pass 1 May 2013 57,807 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 57,806 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 May 2012 56,415 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 55,277 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 54,054 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

os rear brake backplate corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2009 52,695 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 51,348 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 49,197 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 45,162 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear dampers becoming weak.

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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L517 XWP is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 L517 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L517 XWP registered?

L517 XWP is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 March 1994.

Is L517 XWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L517 XWP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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