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L894 ORC

1994 Rover Mini

Pink Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

51,213 mi
Last recorded51,213 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2023
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL894 ORC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2023 51,213 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 50,744 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 50,490 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 50,487 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 50,468 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 50,243 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 50,243 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2016 50,121 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 50,117 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 49,745 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 16 Sep 2015 49,743 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 48,551 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2014 48,551 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 47,562 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 20 Aug 2013 47,561 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 46,527 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 46,526 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 44,309 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 42,934 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 42,236 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2010 42,236 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 42,061 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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L894 ORC is a 1994 Rover Mini in Pink with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 L894 ORC, 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.

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What year was L894 ORC registered?

L894 ORC is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 June 1994.

Is L894 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L894 ORC shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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