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L742 FVU

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

57,711 mi
Last recorded57,711 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL742 FVU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 57,711 miles

numerous patched repairs to chassis / body covered in underseal

Fail 27 Aug 2025 57,696 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner (5.3.4 (b) (i))

numerous patched repairs to chassis / body covered in underseal

Pass 22 Aug 2024 57,371 miles

numerous patched repairs to chassis / body covered in underseal

Pass 28 Aug 2023 57,018 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside rear mounting rubber separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside rear mounting rubber separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

numerous patched repairs to chassis / body covered in underseal

sills / floor corroded / holed

Pass 30 Aug 2022 56,596 miles

Front both inner arches are corroded / holed

inner sills / floor corroded / holed

numerous patched repairs to chassis / body covered in underseal

Pass 1 Sep 2021 56,418 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2021 56,402 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Top shock absorber mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Body mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 55,898 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2020 55,898 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 55,430 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 55,321 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 54,836 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering column (2.2.A.1b)

car only just met emission requirments after several attempts

Pass 11 Aug 2015 53,825 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 52,327 miles

Radiator fan adrift.

Uneven wear inner edge of offside front tyre tread.

Fail 8 Aug 2014 52,327 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Radiator fan adrift.

Uneven wear inner edge of offside front tyre tread.

Pass 20 May 2013 47,938 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 47,909 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Jun 2012 44,712 miles

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 43,797 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 37,902 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 35,482 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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L742 FVU is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 L742 FVU, 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

How do I check the history of L742 FVU?

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What year was L742 FVU registered?

L742 FVU is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 January 1994.

Is L742 FVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L742 FVU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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