Official DVLA Record

1993 ROVER MINI1.3L Petrol

K430 CTM

This 1993 ROVER MINI is a Petrol vehicle with a 1275cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 97,348.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 13/08/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1993
Engine
1275cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle has a current roadworthiness status of passed, as evidenced by the August 2025 MOT test at 97,348 miles. The maintenance trend appears to be stable, with no major defects recorded in the recent tests. However, the August 2024 test did reveal a minor issue with the position lamp switch, which was not rectified prior to the subsequent test. This suggests that the owner may have been aware of the problem but failed to address it, indicating a lack of proactive maintenance. The mileage pattern is noteworthy, with the vehicle accumulating approximately 2,950 miles per year, which is relatively low for its age. There is a notable gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests, with the vehicle accumulating 1,678 miles in a year, which may indicate a period of storage or reduced use. Conversely, the 2024 tests were conducted just 45 days apart, which suggests a rapid accumulation of mileage. The overall mileage context suggests that the vehicle may have been subject to periods of reduced use or storage, which could have contributed to its relatively low mileage. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person, paying particular attention to the parking brake system, as the 2023 test highlighted a potentially faulty lever with long travel. The binding rear brakes, flagged in the 2023 test, should also be examined closely. Additionally, the position lamp switch issue from the 2024 test should be investigated to ensure it has been rectified. The buyer should also inspect the vehicle's structural integrity, particularly around the suspension and steering components, as the MOT history does not provide any information on these areas.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 8 Aug 2026, 10:32
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle has a current roadworthiness status of passed, as evidenced by the August 2025 MOT test at 97,348 miles. The maintenance trend appears to be stable, with no major defects recorded in the recent tests. However, the August 2024 test did reveal a minor issue with the position lamp switch, which was not rectified prior to the subsequent test. This suggests that the owner may have been aware of the problem but failed to address it, indicating a lack of proactive maintenance. The mileage pattern is noteworthy, with the vehicle accumulating approximately 2,950 miles per year, which is relatively low for its age. There is a notable gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests, with the vehicle accumulating 1,678 miles in a year, which may indicate a period of storage or reduced use. Conversely, the 2024 tests were conducted just 45 days apart, which suggests a rapid accumulation of mileage. The overall mileage context suggests that the vehicle may have been subject to periods of reduced use or storage, which could have contributed to its relatively low mileage. A buyer should inspect the vehicle in person, paying particular attention to the parking brake system, as the 2023 test highlighted a potentially faulty lever with long travel. The binding rear brakes, flagged in the 2023 test, should also be examined closely. Additionally, the position lamp switch issue from the 2024 test should be investigated to ensure it has been rectified. The buyer should also inspect the vehicle's structural integrity, particularly around the suspension and steering components, as the MOT history does not provide any information on these areas.
MOT Test History Overview

This 1993 Rover Mini (K430 CTM) has a recorded MOT history spanning from August 2022 to August 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There is 1 advisory notice in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))”.

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