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L881 OPW

1993 Rover Mini

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2021
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

83,068 mi
Last recorded83,068 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2020
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL881 OPW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2020 83,068 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 82,306 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 82,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2010 77,969 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 76,155 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 76,124 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 73,328 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 73,304 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 31 Mar 2006 71,626 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6.C2)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 71,626 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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L881 OPW is a 1993 Rover Mini in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L881 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 L881 OPW registered?

L881 OPW is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L881 OPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L881 OPW shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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