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L658 NMB

1993 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,108 mi
Last recorded86,108 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2024
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL658 NMB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2024 86,108 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 86,105 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) play between column and rack (2.3 (a) (i))

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

advise light switch panel loose

Pass 28 Sep 2013 85,565 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 83,987 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 77,588 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 77,588 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 71,999 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 71,436 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 70,714 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 69,592 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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L658 NMB is a 1993 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L658 NMB, 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 L658 NMB registered?

L658 NMB is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1993.

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