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L765 OPW

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,441 mi
Last recorded79,441 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL765 OPW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 79,441 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 75,722 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 74,258 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 74,258 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 74,247 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 74,212 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 74,173 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 74,052 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 70,083 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 62,720 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

off side rear brake squeaks

Fail 12 Jun 2013 62,720 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

off side rear brake squeaks

Pass 6 Jul 2012 55,944 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

all tyres cracking

Fail 20 Jun 2012 55,935 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

all tyres cracking

Pass 18 Feb 2011 51,060 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Spare tyre defective

advise corrsion in boot

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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L765 OPW is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 L765 OPW, 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 L765 OPW registered?

L765 OPW is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L765 OPW safe to buy?

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