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L649 HHV

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,157 mi
Last recorded81,157 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL649 HHV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 81,157 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 75,982 miles

front brake hoses modified

n/s sill corroded

o/s/rear sub-frame corroded

Fail 1 Apr 2015 75,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake hoses modified

n/s sill corroded

o/s/rear sub-frame corroded

Pass 2 May 2014 73,792 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 70,953 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 70,953 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 65,500 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 56,437 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 49,144 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 44,008 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2008 38,467 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 36,180 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 28,807 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 28,727 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2006 26,574 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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L649 HHV is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L649 HHV, 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.

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What year was L649 HHV registered?

L649 HHV is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 April 1994.

Is L649 HHV safe to buy?

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