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M53 AGT

1994 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

25,603 mi
Last recorded25,603 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM53 AGT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 25,603 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 25,552 miles

headlights weak

Pass 12 Aug 2020 25,466 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 25,433 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 25,396 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2018 25,395 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 25,339 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 25,339 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Engine oil leaking

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both side (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 25,327 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2016 25,327 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brakes need looking into

Pass 26 Aug 2015 25,295 miles

Coolant leak

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 25,216 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 25,189 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 25,160 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 25,118 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 25,062 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 24,615 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 24,141 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

corrosion to nearside outer sill pannel not considered excesive

offside foot and handbrake reading low recomend inspection/repair

Pass 18 Aug 2008 23,718 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 22,894 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 22,893 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

near side rear radius arm slightly seized

Pass 24 Aug 2006 22,703 miles

freeplay/wear to upper and lower front balljoints.

front number plate cracked

nearside rear tyre wearing close to limit.

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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M53 AGT is a 1994 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 M53 AGT, 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 M53 AGT registered?

M53 AGT is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 September 1994.

Is M53 AGT safe to buy?

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