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L885 DBB

1994 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,056 mi
Last recorded43,056 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL885 DBB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 43,056 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play upper and lower both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 40,069 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 40,069 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2023 36,744 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 36,744 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 33,287 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 30,385 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 27,252 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 27,140 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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L885 DBB is a 1994 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1994 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 53,447 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 L885 DBB, 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 32 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L885 DBB?

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What year was L885 DBB registered?

L885 DBB is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L885 DBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L885 DBB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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