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M35 UNU

1995 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

99,796 mi
Last recorded99,796 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM35 UNU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 99,796 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened bottom flange (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 98,750 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 82,870 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 79,631 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2017 79,356 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)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 58,227 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front suspension has slight play in lower ball joint

offside front suspension has slight play in upper and lower ball joints

Pass 23 Jun 2014 55,162 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 53,280 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 51,233 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 50,082 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2010 48,028 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 45,993 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 44,477 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 44,477 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

exhaust in poor condition.

Pass 26 Jun 2007 43,490 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 41,563 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 38,343 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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M35 UNU is a 1995 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 M35 UNU, 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 M35 UNU registered?

M35 UNU is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 July 1995.

Is M35 UNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M35 UNU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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