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M389 LYP

1994 Rover Mini

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,052 mi
Last recorded96,052 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM389 LYP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 96,052 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2023 95,984 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 95,548 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 94,745 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 90,500 miles

THE NSF SEAT NSF SEAT MOUNTING BODY MOUNTING MAY BE CRACKED

THE OSF SUSPENSION IS LOW

THE REAR SUBFRAME IS RUSTING IN PLACES

THERE LOOKS TO BE WATER LEAKING FROM A RUBBER PIPE ONTO THE NS OF THE INLET MANIFOLD

Fail 26 Mar 2012 90,500 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

THE NSF SEAT NSF SEAT MOUNTING BODY MOUNTING MAY BE CRACKED

THE OSF SUSPENSION IS LOW

THE REAR SUBFRAME IS RUSTING IN PLACES

Pass 11 Apr 2011 89,908 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES MAY HAVE TOUCHED THE WHEEL ARCH TRIMS AT SOME TIME

OSF SUSPENSION IS LOW

REAR SUBFRAME IS RUSTY IN PLACES

SCREW IN NSR TYRE TREAD AND SMALL CRACKS IN BETWEEN THE TREAD BLOCKS

Pass 29 Mar 2010 88,433 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Mar 2009 87,037 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 85,204 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 84,346 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 83,779 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 83,778 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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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M389 LYP is a 1994 Rover Mini in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M389 LYP, 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 M389 LYP registered?

M389 LYP is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 November 1994.

Is M389 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M389 LYP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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