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M848 GAD

1995 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

13,887 mi
Last recorded13,887 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM848 GAD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 13,887 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 13,260 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 13,243 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 13,139 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 12,969 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 12,790 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 12,593 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 12,358 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 12,122 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 12,122 miles

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

Nearside Steering locking device insecure track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 12,049 miles

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

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Fail 7 Jul 2015 12,049 miles

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

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

Unable to check wheel nuts trims fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2014 11,449 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 10,474 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 10,336 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

oil leak at engine bay

strong advise offside front tyre on 1.6-4mm within centre three quarters of tyre tread & worn on inner edge

Pass 19 May 2011 10,048 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 10,048 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 May 2010 9,944 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 9,771 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 9,770 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 9 May 2008 9,474 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 9,318 miles

slight binding of n/s/r brake

Fail 22 May 2007 9,318 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

slight binding of n/s/r brake

Pass 22 May 2006 9,126 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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M848 GAD is a 1995 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1995 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,922 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 M848 GAD, 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 31 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 M848 GAD registered?

M848 GAD is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 June 1995.

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