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L868 VLD

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

85,785 mi
Last recorded85,785 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL868 VLD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 85,785 miles

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

general welding carried out

Pass 14 Nov 2016 84,463 miles

welded in places

Pass 19 Oct 2015 83,956 miles

rear sub frame both front inner arches off side outer sill

Pass 7 Nov 2014 83,325 miles

rear sub frame rusted

off side outter sill rusted

Pass 25 Oct 2013 82,413 miles

heavy corrosion to front wings around headlights

offside front sill & nearside front inner wing rusted through - non prescribed area

rear subframe heavily corroded

Fail 17 Oct 2013 82,408 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

heavy corrosion to front outer wings around headlights

offside front outer sill and nearside front inner wing rusted through - non prescribed area

rear sub-frame heavily corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2012 81,448 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 78,620 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 75,829 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 73,034 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 69,813 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 65,268 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 60,565 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 55,738 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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L868 VLD 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 92.9%.

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 L868 VLD, 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 L868 VLD registered?

L868 VLD is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 September 1993.

Is L868 VLD safe to buy?

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