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M851 SKW

1994 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

46,477 mi
Last recorded46,477 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2010
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM851 SKW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2010 46,477 miles

n\s bump stop missing

no rear seats fitted

rear subframe corroded

Fail 28 Jan 2010 46,471 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

n\s bump stop missing

no rear seats fitted

rear subframe corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2009 45,460 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 45,460 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 43,760 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 41,316 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 41,316 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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M851 SKW is a 1994 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M851 SKW, 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 M851 SKW registered?

M851 SKW is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 August 1994.

Is M851 SKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M851 SKW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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