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M21 YVF

1994 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

53,596 mi
Last recorded53,596 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM21 YVF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 53,596 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 53,096 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2011 53,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 52,220 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 52,215 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 50,154 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 50,154 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 47,930 miles

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 8 Oct 2008 47,927 miles

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

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 21 Nov 2007 45,728 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 43,612 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 43,612 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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M21 YVF is a 1994 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M21 YVF, 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 M21 YVF registered?

M21 YVF is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 October 1994.

Is M21 YVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M21 YVF shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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