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M57 OJM

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

56,848 mi
Last recorded56,848 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM57 OJM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 56,848 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2025 56,848 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 55,824 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 54,758 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 53,889 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 52,935 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 51,712 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 50,692 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 24 Oct 2019 50,692 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 49,206 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 49,206 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 48,391 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

unable to inspect front brake pads

Fail 25 Oct 2017 48,391 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)

unable to inspect front brake pads

Pass 6 Oct 2016 47,615 miles

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

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

Unable to inspect front brake pads

Pass 28 Oct 2015 46,620 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 45,347 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 44,006 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 44,006 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 43,029 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 41,842 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 40,680 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 39,239 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 39,239 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 37,666 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2008 37,666 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 36,075 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 34,325 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 34,325 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2005 32,478 miles

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

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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M57 OJM is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 M57 OJM, 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 M57 OJM registered?

M57 OJM is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 October 1994.

Is M57 OJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M57 OJM shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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