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YKS 94W

1980 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,028 mi
Last recorded42,028 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1980 Rover Mini57,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKS 94W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2026 42,028 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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YKS 94W is a 1980 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 57,761 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 YKS 94W, 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 46 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YKS 94W registered?

YKS 94W is a 1980 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is YKS 94W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKS 94W shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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