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ESU 425

1995 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2024
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

59,826 mi
Last recorded59,826 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2023
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESU 425
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2023 59,826 miles

front and rear brakes req adjustment

Pass 30 Apr 2019 58,819 miles

underside of vehicle covered in under seal

Fail 24 Apr 2019 58,812 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 70% off side rear cylinder leaking (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

underside of vehicle covered in under seal

Pass 19 Apr 2018 56,046 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 56,031 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 47,860 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 47,860 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 38,905 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 38,905 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed brake fluid top (1.9.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 38,876 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Mar 2015 38,876 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 38,840 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 38,802 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 38,802 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 38,717 miles

rear tyres cracking

Fail 19 Mar 2012 38,716 miles

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

rear tyres cracking

Pass 1 Apr 2011 38,481 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 38,435 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 38,435 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 38,291 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 38,291 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 38,062 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 34,725 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 34,711 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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ESU 425 is a 1995 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ESU 425, 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

How do I check the history of ESU 425?

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What year was ESU 425 registered?

ESU 425 is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 October 1995.

Is ESU 425 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESU 425 shows 24 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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