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L576 TAP

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

59,414 mi
Last recorded59,414 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL576 TAP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 59,414 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Slight oil leak engine area

Pass 5 Jul 2024 59,060 miles

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

Fail 12 Feb 2024 59,046 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 58,491 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2023 58,489 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 58,303 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 58,185 miles

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

Small clearance between front bump stops.

Pass 20 May 2019 58,139 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2018 57,572 miles

oil leak

Pass 15 May 2017 57,156 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 56,669 miles

Both front tyres are getting low on 3mm

Fail 24 May 2016 36,636 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Both front tyres are getting low on 3mm

Pass 20 May 2015 55,980 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 52,958 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2013 52,715 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 52,275 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 May 2012 52,275 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

exhaust front mount bolt loose

Pass 25 May 2011 51,814 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 48,795 miles

wipers smear..

Pass 11 May 2009 46,630 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 43,050 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 30 May 2008 43,050 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 7 Mar 2008 42,782 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)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

signs of rust rear sub fram

Pass 15 Mar 2007 40,446 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 39,420 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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L576 TAP is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 L576 TAP, 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 L576 TAP registered?

L576 TAP is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 January 1994.

Is L576 TAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L576 TAP shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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