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M835 CRW

1994 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

96,332 mi
Last recorded96,332 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM835 CRW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 96,332 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2026 96,324 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2025 94,835 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 93,663 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 92,818 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 91,766 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2022 91,751 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 90,883 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 90,883 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 89,871 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 82,419 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 82,419 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 75,541 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 75,541 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 67,280 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 65,360 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 64,877 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 64,499 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2010 64,494 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 63,993 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 63,988 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 63,445 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 57,737 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 57,732 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 56,528 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 56,520 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (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 Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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M835 CRW is a 1994 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 M835 CRW, 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 M835 CRW registered?

M835 CRW is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1994.

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