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L903 XCN

1993 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2013
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

92,428 mi
Last recorded92,428 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2012
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL903 XCN
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2012 92,428 miles

o/s/f floorpan corroded underside but a plate has been welded inside of vehicle

vehicle carpet removed and floorpan corrded but not holed

Fail 2 Nov 2012 92,302 miles

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

o/s/f floorpan corroded underside but a plate has been welded inside of vehicle

vehicle carpet removed and floorpan corrded but not holed

Pass 11 Nov 2011 88,623 miles

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

Fail 8 Nov 2011 88,622 miles

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 84,137 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 84,134 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Oct 2006 84,121 miles

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

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

Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Vehicle has been welded ie sills,boot floor.Stone chip over all repair work.

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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L903 XCN is a 1993 Rover Mini in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 L903 XCN, 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 L903 XCN registered?

L903 XCN is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 October 1993.

Is L903 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for L903 XCN shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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