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LSU 960

1993 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

56,766 mi
Last recorded56,766 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSU 960
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 56,766 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

standard yellow and white plates fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Aug 2016 56,683 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 56,570 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 56,570 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 56,542 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 56,342 miles

(Both) front inner driveshaft boots insecure

(both) Rear wheel bearings have very slight play

Evidence of 1992 engine fitted

Offside front upper suspension arm has slight play in ball joint

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 Jun 2013 56,174 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Both front inner driveshaft boots insecure

Evidence of 1992 engine fitted

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 55,539 miles

Vehicle fitted with a pre 1991 engine, Engineers report provided at time of test.

Fail 13 Jul 2012 55,539 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Vehicle fitted with a pre 1991 engine, Engineers report provided at time of test.

Fail 1 Jul 2011 55,538 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Vehicle fitted with a pre 1991 engine, Engineers letter to prove the fact.

Pass 1 Jul 2011 55,538 miles

Vehicle fitted with a pre 1991 engine, Engineers letter to prove the fact.

Pass 7 May 2010 54,184 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 54,173 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2005 49,878 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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LSU 960 is a 1993 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1993 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 54,042 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 LSU 960, 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 LSU 960 registered?

LSU 960 is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 May 1993.

Is LSU 960 safe to buy?

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