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L736 MVX

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,792 mi
Last recorded61,792 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL736 MVX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 61,792 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 61,789 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Steering rack insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 61,729 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 61,711 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 61,700 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 61,640 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 61,628 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 60,630 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 57,462 miles

blow to exhaust

play to o/s steering rack

Pass 15 Nov 2007 53,667 miles

small play to steering rack (both sides)

steering rack noisy

Fail 14 Nov 2007 53,657 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

small play to steering rack (both sides)

steering rack noisy

Pass 17 Nov 2006 49,819 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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L736 MVX is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L736 MVX, 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 L736 MVX registered?

L736 MVX is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 October 1993.

Is L736 MVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L736 MVX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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