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M949 SRN

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,195 mi
Last recorded20,195 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM949 SRN
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 20,195 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 19,999 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2023 19,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre rubbing slightly on full lock

Sida lights and dip beam operate at same time

Pass 27 Mar 2021 19,808 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 18,942 miles

corrosion on sills

o/s/f steering rack gaitor perishing

oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2018 18,230 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 18,230 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 17,371 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2017 17,371 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 16,186 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 15,722 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 15,687 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 14,782 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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M949 SRN is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 M949 SRN, 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 M949 SRN registered?

M949 SRN is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1994.

Is M949 SRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M949 SRN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M949 SRN have outstanding finance?

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