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D23 TAK

1994 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,628 mi
Last recorded44,628 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD23 TAK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 44,628 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 44,086 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 43,967 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 43,961 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 43,331 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 43,329 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 43,329 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working Both. (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 43,325 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 43,308 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside steering rack gaitor perished

Offside Front tyre inner wall slightly cracked

Pass 8 Aug 2014 43,278 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 43,178 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 43,175 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 43,097 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 43,029 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 43,023 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2010 42,931 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 42,833 miles

slight freeplay in n/s/f wheel

Pass 4 Aug 2008 42,748 miles

slight freeplay in o/s/f wheel

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight freeplay in n/s/f wheel

Pass 25 Aug 2007 42,655 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 42,548 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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D23 TAK is a 1994 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 D23 TAK, 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 D23 TAK registered?

D23 TAK is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is D23 TAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D23 TAK shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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