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M806 CAP

1994 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

24,327 mi
Last recorded24,327 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM806 CAP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 24,327 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2025 24,325 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 23,448 miles

Nearside Front Hole in sill/floor join. Not structural.

Fail 2 Sep 2024 23,446 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Headlamp not working on dipped or main beam. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Hole in sill/floor join. Not structural.

Pass 11 Sep 2023 21,781 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor structure corroded but structural rigidity not significantly reduced. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2023 21,778 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 20,690 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 20,491 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 20,374 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 20,349 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 20,161 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2017 20,161 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 19,709 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 18,199 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 14,842 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 12,911 miles

top and bottom steering col bushes some wear

Pass 15 Mar 2012 9,632 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 7,981 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 7,965 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 7,953 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 7,928 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 7,769 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2006 7,365 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 7,092 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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M806 CAP is a 1994 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 M806 CAP, 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 M806 CAP registered?

M806 CAP is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 October 1994.

Is M806 CAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M806 CAP shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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