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ESM 255Y

1995 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

51,075 mi
Last recorded51,075 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2022
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESM 255Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2022 51,075 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 50,433 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 49,651 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 47,921 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 45,290 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 38,682 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 34,275 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 29,813 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front wheel bearing worn

Fail 2 Nov 2015 29,795 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front wheel bearing worn

Pass 17 Apr 2014 26,066 miles

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 Apr 2014 26,066 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 22,221 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 21,738 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 21,738 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 19,913 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 19,913 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Sep 2007 17,767 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 15,629 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 14,981 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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ESM 255Y is a 1995 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 ESM 255Y, 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 ESM 255Y registered?

ESM 255Y is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 September 1995.

Is ESM 255Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESM 255Y shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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