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M357 AWV

1994 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,570 mi
Last recorded2,570 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM357 AWV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 2,570 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 2,488 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 2,378 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2021 27 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 34,813 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to hose (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 34,787 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 34,787 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 30,195 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 23,496 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 14,547 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 8,464 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 98,283 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 86,337 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 86,337 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 76,331 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 67,516 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 63,994 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 58,724 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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M357 AWV is a 1994 Rover Mini in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M357 AWV, 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 M357 AWV registered?

M357 AWV is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M357 AWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M357 AWV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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