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L580 BFX

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,399 mi
Last recorded47,399 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2009
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL580 BFX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2009 47,399 miles

Advanced corrosion to sills and floorpans

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

N/s/f brake hose deteriorating

O/s/r tyre worn close to limits

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Some play in o/s steering rack

Some play to n/s/f ball joints

rear metal brake pipes corroding

Pass 14 Aug 2009 47,399 miles

Advanced corrosion to sills and floorpans

N/s/f brake hose deteriorating

O/s/r tyre worn close to limits

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Some play in o/s steering rack

Some play to n/s/f ball joints

rear metal brake pipes corroding

Pass 31 Jul 2008 39,604 miles

rear sub-frame surface corroded and on both hand brake cables

Pass 16 Jul 2007 29,635 miles

Wipers do not self park

Pass 16 Aug 2006 20,375 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 4 Jul 2006 20,358 miles

Offside 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)

slight leak from exhaust front pipe,front tie bar bushes perishing,osr metal brake pipes corroding

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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L580 BFX is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L580 BFX, 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 L580 BFX registered?

L580 BFX is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 August 1993.

Is L580 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L580 BFX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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