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L908 GVM

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

20,422 mi
Last recorded20,422 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL908 GVM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 20,422 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 20,404 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 20,379 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 20,225 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 19,865 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 19,516 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 18,991 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 18,425 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 17,806 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2010 17,511 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 17,435 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 17,435 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

tail pipe (corroded)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 17,199 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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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L908 GVM is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L908 GVM, 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 L908 GVM registered?

L908 GVM is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 January 1994.

Is L908 GVM safe to buy?

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