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L838 EVM

1993 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

63,061 mi
Last recorded63,061 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL838 EVM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 63,061 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 63,050 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 62,984 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 11 Oct 2024 62,983 miles

Brake clevis joint insecure master cylinder/ servo (1.1.15 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension rod insecurely attached tie rod locking nut (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component insecurely attached hub securing nuts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension rod insecurely attached tie rod locking nut (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component insecurely attached hub securing nuts loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering locking device ineffective track rod end lock nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system hose to caliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached nearside and offside upper and lower front swivel joints / locking devices insecure (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective rear mounting securing nuts loose (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

nearside and offside front suspension unit cone locking nuts loose

Pass 18 Mar 2009 62,885 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 62,885 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 62,823 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

front number plate cracked

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front indicator lenses faded

main beam warning light not working

offside mirror glass deteriorated

one incorrect wheel nut on each wheel

Pass 28 Oct 2005 60,737 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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L838 EVM is a 1993 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L838 EVM, 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 L838 EVM registered?

L838 EVM is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 September 1993.

Is L838 EVM safe to buy?

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