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L587 XDX

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,947 mi
Last recorded18,947 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL587 XDX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 18,947 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 18,947 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 18,934 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 18,920 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front third of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 18,683 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 18,678 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Feb 2016 18,656 miles

Front both

Pass 26 Apr 2012 18,614 miles

Near side sill corroded

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 186,148 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Near side sill corroded

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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L587 XDX is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 L587 XDX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L587 XDX registered?

L587 XDX is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 December 1993.

Is L587 XDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L587 XDX shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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