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L53 UNP

1993 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

34,652 mi
Last recorded34,652 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL53 UNP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 34,652 miles

slight corrosion rear boot floor by subframe mountings

slight play in nearside front top ball joint

Fail 21 Sep 2017 34,572 miles

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

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

slight corrosion rear boot floor by subframe mountings

slight play in nearside front top ball joint

Pass 21 Sep 2016 34,143 miles

slight play nearside front top ball joint

Pass 14 Oct 2015 33,323 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2015 33,308 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 33,078 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2009 33,064 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 32,804 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2006 32,752 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2005 32,051 miles

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

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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L53 UNP is a 1993 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1993 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 54,042 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 L53 UNP, 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 33 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L53 UNP registered?

L53 UNP is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L53 UNP safe to buy?

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