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M422 SYA

1994 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,667 mi
Last recorded59,667 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM422 SYA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 59,667 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 59,506 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2019 59,140 miles

oil leek from engine

Pass 29 Oct 2017 58,775 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 58,521 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 57,304 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 56,419 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2012 56,323 miles

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

o/s front floor seam coming adrift but not deemed structual

Pass 1 Jun 2011 56,037 miles

corrosion at;front floors,front brake discs.slight play in front ball joints.14% imbalance on rear brakes.

Pass 23 Nov 2005 55,634 miles

spare wheel different size,corrosion starting at o/s centre sill lip,o/s/f and o/s/r shockers damp,

Fail 22 Nov 2005 55,634 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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M422 SYA is a 1994 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M422 SYA, 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 M422 SYA registered?

M422 SYA is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M422 SYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M422 SYA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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