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M612 MBE

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,617 mi
Last recorded44,617 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM612 MBE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 44,617 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 44,593 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 44,556 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 44,511 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2022 44,507 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 44,415 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 44,349 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 44,253 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 44,081 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 43,719 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 43,581 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 42,364 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 38,739 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 38,609 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 36,548 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 36,505 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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M612 MBE is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M612 MBE, 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 M612 MBE registered?

M612 MBE is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1994.

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