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M437 SRE

1994 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,917 mi
Last recorded74,917 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM437 SRE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 74,917 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 74,241 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed ON EDGES (7.1.2 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread WATER INGRESS STARTED (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 73,325 miles

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH TIE ROD MAIN BUSHES STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 72,770 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 72,590 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 72,258 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 71,463 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 71,413 miles

Front wiper blades smeary

Pass 20 Sep 2018 71,222 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 70,986 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 70,529 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 70,329 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 69,948 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 69,534 miles

Inner c.v boots deteriorated

Pass 14 Sep 2012 69,095 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 68,532 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 67,889 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 67,163 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 65,232 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 64,050 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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M437 SRE is a 1994 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M437 SRE, 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.

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What year was M437 SRE registered?

M437 SRE is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 August 1994.

Is M437 SRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M437 SRE shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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