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L90 WKS

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,055 mi
Last recorded41,055 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL90 WKS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 41,055 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

wipers worn

Pass 25 May 2017 40,608 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 40,011 miles

n/s bottom ball joint has play in it

Pass 8 May 2015 38,352 miles

n/s cv boot perished

Pass 15 May 2014 37,612 miles

floor fronts rusting

Pass 17 May 2013 35,633 miles
Fail 15 May 2013 35,631 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2012 33,630 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 32,124 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 28,694 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 28,480 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 16,349 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 16,349 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)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 26,935 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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L90 WKS is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 51,557 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 L90 WKS, 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 29 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L90 WKS registered?

L90 WKS is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 April 1997.

Is L90 WKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for L90 WKS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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