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M678 HPL

1994 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,525 mi
Last recorded59,525 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM678 HPL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 59,525 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2025 59,512 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel pipe leaking pipes by fuel pump (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 59,325 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2022 59,313 miles

Emissions not tested can not hold revs steady (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect led bulb fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect led bulb fitted (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 57,470 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 57,033 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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M678 HPL is a 1994 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M678 HPL, 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 M678 HPL registered?

M678 HPL is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 August 1994.

Is M678 HPL safe to buy?

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