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L988 SGW

1994 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,892 mi
Last recorded31,892 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL988 SGW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 31,892 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 31,648 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Sill has small hole

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 22,325 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 22,248 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 21,771 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 20,452 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 12,464 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 12,461 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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L988 SGW is a 1994 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 L988 SGW, 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 L988 SGW registered?

L988 SGW is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 June 1994.

Is L988 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L988 SGW shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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