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L983 WDL

1994 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

28,271 mi
Last recorded28,271 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL983 WDL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 28,271 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 26,893 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 25,778 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 25,765 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 25,764 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 May 2022 25,741 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 25,741 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 May 2021 25,525 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 25,509 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 25,505 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 25,487 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 25,483 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 25,401 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 25,344 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 25,267 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 25,084 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 25,025 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 24,916 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 24,827 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 24,783 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 24,740 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 24,656 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 24,620 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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L983 WDL is a 1994 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 L983 WDL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L983 WDL registered?

L983 WDL is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 January 1994.

Is L983 WDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L983 WDL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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