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M799 NBU

1994 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

46,727 mi
Last recorded46,727 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM799 NBU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 46,727 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2024 46,785 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 46,656 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 46,608 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 46,482 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 45,868 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 45,368 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 45,368 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength engine mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced lower inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down and side to side (2.2.2 (a))

nearside rear brake slight bind

rear brakes slightly uneven on application

rear subframe rusty

rear under body slightly rusty

Pass 11 Jul 2016 42,504 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 41,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear brake has slight bind felt by hand

rear subframe starting to corrode

Pass 19 Jun 2014 41,509 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 41,506 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

slight bind to nearside rear brakes felt by hand

Pass 7 Jul 2012 41,429 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 40,393 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 36,723 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 36,723 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2009 33,589 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 7 May 2008 31,826 miles

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

osf tyre perished

Pass 2 May 2007 30,225 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 27,293 miles

Both sills in poor condition but not excessive at time of test. No reason to fail at time of test.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2006 27,282 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both outer sills corroded but no reason to fail, affecting seat mounting,seat belts,and suspension components.

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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M799 NBU is a 1994 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 M799 NBU, 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 M799 NBU registered?

M799 NBU is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 September 1994.

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