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M61 LDA

1994 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

40,055 mi
Last recorded40,055 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM61 LDA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 40,055 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 13 Apr 2026 40,052 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Center joint (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2025 40,025 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 39,937 miles

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch - floorpan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 39,837 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 39,464 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 39,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 39,085 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 38,734 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 38,407 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 38,397 miles

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor to sill joint (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 May 2017 38,028 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 38,028 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2016 37,589 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 36,959 miles

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

centre exhaust support rubber splitting

Pass 27 May 2014 36,283 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 35,548 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 34,910 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 34,190 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 33,305 miles

offside front lower outer sill holed in several places by corrosion - all outside prescibed areas ( 30 cm proximity ) for suspension ,steering and seatbelts .

Pass 5 Jun 2009 32,223 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 32,200 miles

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

minor exhaust gas leak - from small split in pipe as it enters joint (before catalyst)

Pass 30 May 2008 31,380 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 30,305 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 30,305 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 29,507 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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M61 LDA is a 1994 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 M61 LDA, 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 M61 LDA registered?

M61 LDA is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 August 1994.

Is M61 LDA safe to buy?

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