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L8 HWP

1993 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,844 mi
Last recorded14,844 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8 HWP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 14,844 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 14,734 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 14,594 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 14,303 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 May 2009 13,283 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 13,236 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Spare tyre defective

corrosion appearing at sills and rear subframe,some patch welding at n/side sill and floor areas,difficult to tell how well repaired as been blacked over

not sure if cooling fan is working as engine temp.went up on guage

slight damage to n/side outer driveshaft gaiter

Pass 14 Dec 2007 12,571 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 12,022 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 12,022 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

small hloe in offside sill but not near seat belts or mountings

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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L8 HWP is a 1993 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 L8 HWP, 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.

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What year was L8 HWP registered?

L8 HWP is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 August 1993.

Is L8 HWP safe to buy?

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