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M129 RKJ

1995 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,430 mi
Last recorded36,430 miles
Recorded on26 May 2009
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM129 RKJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2009 36,430 miles

outer sills slight bubbling/corossion

rear subframe slightly corroded

slight perishing/splitting to front suspension tie bar bushes and shock absorber bushes

Fail 23 May 2009 36,428 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

outer sills slight bubbling/corossion

rear subframe slightly corroded

slight perishing/splitting to front suspension tie bar bushes and shock absorber bushes

Pass 21 Feb 2008 35,401 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 33,481 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 32,148 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 32,148 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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M129 RKJ is a 1995 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,922 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 M129 RKJ, 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 31 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M129 RKJ?

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What year was M129 RKJ registered?

M129 RKJ is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 February 1995.

Is M129 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M129 RKJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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