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M235 GBC

1994 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

56,170 mi
Last recorded56,170 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2019
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM235 GBC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2019 56,170 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 56,138 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 56,105 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 55,984 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 55,932 miles

Front Both inner rack joints have slight play

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and offside (3.5.1i)

Rear Both tyres slightly cracking

Pass 3 Nov 2014 55,534 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2013 54,886 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 53,687 miles

rear subframe has slight corrosion

Fail 30 Oct 2012 53,673 miles

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

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

rear subframe has slight corrosion

Pass 7 Nov 2011 52,354 miles

n/s/r subframe has slight corrosion

o/s/f sill has slight corriosion

Pass 10 Jul 2009 50,273 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 48,640 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 48,640 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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M235 GBC is a 1994 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M235 GBC, 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.

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What year was M235 GBC registered?

M235 GBC is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 September 1994.

Is M235 GBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M235 GBC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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