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L862 ULC

1993 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,960 mi
Last recorded54,960 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL862 ULC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 54,960 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 54,108 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 53,796 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 53,236 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 51,557 miles

Steering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 48,796 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 46,348 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 45,865 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 44,703 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 43,754 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 38,771 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 38,761 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2013 32,107 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Oct 2013 32,107 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 31,565 miles

Slight corrosion near clutch master cylinder

Slight corrosion to rear subframe

Pass 27 Aug 2009 31,537 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 31,327 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2008 31,327 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 30,767 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 30,767 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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L862 ULC is a 1993 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L862 ULC, 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 L862 ULC registered?

L862 ULC is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 September 1993.

Is L862 ULC safe to buy?

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