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HBC 359

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,010 mi
Last recorded72,010 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBC 359
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 72,010 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 71,645 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 71,379 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 70,944 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 70,430 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 68,969 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 68,562 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 68,249 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 67,952 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 65,857 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 62,209 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 56,478 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 56,467 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 55,573 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2007 55,573 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 54,127 miles

Offside headlight reflector corroded, affecting image!!

inbalance on front brakes! 180-150

Fail 3 Nov 2006 53,991 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

22% inbalance on front brakes! 180-140

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Pass 29 Oct 2005 52,415 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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HBC 359 is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1993 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 54,042 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 HBC 359, 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 33 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 HBC 359 registered?

HBC 359 is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 September 1993.

Is HBC 359 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBC 359 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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