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M540 XVX

1995 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,231 mi
Last recorded19,231 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM540 XVX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 19,231 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 19,100 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 18,392 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 17,599 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 17,599 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 17,333 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 16,222 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 15,286 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2014 14,019 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 11,749 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 11,711 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)

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

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 4 May 2012 6,938 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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M540 XVX is a 1995 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M540 XVX, 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 M540 XVX registered?

M540 XVX is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 April 1995.

Is M540 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M540 XVX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M540 XVX have outstanding finance?

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