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M640 JBC

1994 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

74,552 mi
Last recorded74,552 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM640 JBC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2025 74,552 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed due to poor running and exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure subframe front mounting detached (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear seats not accessible

Pass 21 Jul 2023 74,186 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 72,677 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2021 71,311 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 70,326 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 70,250 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 69,785 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 68,793 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 67,582 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 66,477 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 65,359 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 64,577 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 63,051 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 61,478 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 60,362 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 59,374 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 57,831 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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M640 JBC is a 1994 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 M640 JBC, 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 M640 JBC registered?

M640 JBC is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 October 1994.

Is M640 JBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M640 JBC shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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