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A16 VTK

1991 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

49,122 mi
Last recorded49,122 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2021
Typical for 1991 Rover Mini56,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 VTK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2021 49,122 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 49,018 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 48,974 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 48,807 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 48,299 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 47,339 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 47,023 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 46,323 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 45,461 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 27,149 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 27,143 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is damaged, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2) DANGEROUS

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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A16 VTK is a 1991 Rover Mini in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1991 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 56,005 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 A16 VTK, 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 35 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A16 VTK registered?

A16 VTK is a 1991 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 March 1991.

Is A16 VTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 VTK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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