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L599 JBU

1994 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,230 mi
Last recorded16,230 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL599 JBU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 16,230 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 15,538 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 14,205 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 14,177 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 14,141 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,098 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 13,996 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 13,937 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 13,892 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 13,869 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 13,720 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 13,605 miles

slight leak on rear silencer/tail pipe, will need replacing in near future

Pass 2 May 2007 13,516 miles

will require attension to hand brake in near future efficienc ok at time of test.

Pass 10 May 2006 13,364 miles
Pass 7 May 2005 13,131 miles

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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L599 JBU is a 1994 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L599 JBU, 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 L599 JBU registered?

L599 JBU is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 May 1994.

Is L599 JBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L599 JBU shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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