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L685 XHW

1994 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

48,044 mi
Last recorded48,044 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL685 XHW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 48,044 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 47,928 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 47,765 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 47,575 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 47,456 miles

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 47,268 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 47,025 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 46,560 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 45,886 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all under body brake pipes coated in paint or wax oil

all under body of car coated in wax oil or paint

Pass 16 Jul 2010 45,886 miles

all under body brake pipes coated in paint or wax oil

all under body of car coated in wax oil or paint

Pass 14 Oct 2009 44,743 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 44,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2008 44,532 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 43,352 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 43,352 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 39,926 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 39,926 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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L685 XHW is a 1994 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 L685 XHW, 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 L685 XHW registered?

L685 XHW is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 March 1994.

Is L685 XHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L685 XHW shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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