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K197 WPL

1993 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,227 mi
Last recorded14,227 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK197 WPL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 14,227 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 13,513 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 10,875 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 68,514 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 3,514 miles

slight play in steering rack

Pass 24 Oct 2012 7 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 53,283 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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K197 WPL is a 1993 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K197 WPL, 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 K197 WPL registered?

K197 WPL is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 February 1993.

Is K197 WPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K197 WPL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K197 WPL have outstanding finance?

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