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M691 MBU

1994 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,786 mi
Last recorded35,786 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM691 MBU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 35,786 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 34,939 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 33,591 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 33,568 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 33,568 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 7 May 2013 33,542 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 33,542 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 33,425 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 32,696 miles

corrsion started at n/s outer sill.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 31,994 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2009 31,070 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 30,040 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 28,704 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 27,319 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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M691 MBU is a 1994 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M691 MBU, 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 M691 MBU registered?

M691 MBU is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 September 1994.

Is M691 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M691 MBU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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