Official DVLA Record

1995 Rover MINI 1.3L Petrol · M186 CHU

M186 CHU

1995 Rover MINI (1.3L, petrol). First registered 06/02/1995. Recorded mileage 85,218 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
ROVER MINI
Year / Origin
1995 · Manchester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 08/08/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
85,218 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 08/08/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1995
Engine
1275cc

M186 CHU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2025
  • 85,218 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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M186 CHU Mileage History

  1. 09/08/202385,011 mi
  2. 10/08/202385,011 mi
  3. 09/08/202485,155 mi+144 mi
  4. 09/08/202485,155 mi
  5. 30/07/202585,218 mi+63 mi

Average of roughly 105 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

M186 CHU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 18:46
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1995 Rover Mini (M186 CHU) between August 2023 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 30 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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