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M881 DLP

1995 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

56,145 mi
Last recorded56,145 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM881 DLP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 56,145 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 55,957 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 55,935 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 55,920 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 55,848 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 55,586 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 55,527 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 55,450 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 55,028 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 54,790 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 54,789 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 54,396 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 54,396 miles

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 53,459 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 52,939 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 52,939 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2010 52,585 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 52,530 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 52,530 miles

registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 52,344 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 51,952 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 51,068 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 51,068 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

both number plates abnormal

n/s/r tyre on limit

play in n/s/r wheel bearing

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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M881 DLP is a 1995 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 M881 DLP, 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 M881 DLP registered?

M881 DLP is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 June 1995.

Is M881 DLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M881 DLP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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