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M243 XOO

1995 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

87,754 mi
Last recorded87,754 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2010
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM243 XOO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2010 87,754 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 86,240 miles

Chip front screen

Rear shock bushes ageing

Slight front brake in-balance

Some corrosion starting rear sub-frame

Water under rear seat squab

lower ball joints slight lift.

rear metal brake pipe corrosion

sun visor security

Fail 16 Feb 2009 86,253 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Rear shock bushes ageing

Slight front brake in-balance

Some corrosion starting rear sub-frame

lower ball joints slight lift.

rear metal brake pipe corrosion

sun visor security

Pass 8 Mar 2008 84,022 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 84,022 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

both rear shockers slightly damp

n/s front indicator slightly fadded

n/s rear radius arm slight play

o/s front top ball joint slight play

o/s outer sill holed and corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2007 82,730 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 82,730 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

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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M243 XOO is a 1995 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 M243 XOO, 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.

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What year was M243 XOO registered?

M243 XOO is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 February 1995.

Is M243 XOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M243 XOO shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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