£6,325 (Est: £5,000 - £6,000)
1994 Rover Mini Sprite Rare automatic example with 35,000 recorded miles
Manor Park • UK • 18 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Highest 30% of Past Sales
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£6,325 (Est: £5,000 - £6,000)
1994 Rover Mini Sprite Rare automatic example with 35,000 recorded miles
UK • 18 Jul 2026 • Lot 286
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1994 Rover Mini Sprite is a rare automatic model with only 35,000 miles, recently benefiting from extensive refurbishment including new floor pans, roof, interior, and a full mechanical service.
Its gloss black exterior, leather interior, and wood-rimmed steering wheel present very well, making it an appealing entry-level classic.
Condition
8
The car has undergone significant recent work including new floor pans, roof, wheels, interior trim, paintwork with ceramic coating, and a full mechanical overhaul. While this indicates extensive reconditioning, the description emphasizes 'considerable love and attention', 'beautifully presented', 'excellent standard' of paintwork, and a 'tidy and well-kept mechanical space' suggesting it's now in excellent condition, aligning with a rating of 8.
/ 10
35,062 miles
SAXXNYADKBD094070
RHD
United Kingdom
Automatic
M834GGJ
1994
Auction
£6,325 (Est: £5,000 - £6,000)
1994 Rover Mini Sprite Rare automatic example with 35,000 recorded miles
Manor Park • UK • 18 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Highest 30% of Past Sales
Track live values and receive listing alerts
Description
The Rover Mini Sprite represents an appealing entry-level, special edition variant of the ever-iconic classic Mini, produced during the Rover Group era between 1992 and 1996.
Reviving the evocative ‘Sprite’ name - first seen on earlier Austin and MG models - this version replaced the outgoing ‘City’ designation and brought renewed charm to the Mini line-up.
Equipped as standard with 12-inch steel wheels, front disc brakes and powered by the venerable 1275cc A-Series inline-four engine, the Mini Sprite delivers a characterful and engaging driving experience.
Its simplicity, reliability and unmistakable personality have ensured its popularity among both first-time classic car owners and seasoned collectors alike.
This particular Mini Sprite, further distinguished by the desirable and relatively rare automatic transmission, has clearly been the recipient of considerable care and attention.
Finished in gloss black, the paintwork presents to an excellent standard, displaying a deep, ri...
Price Analysis vs Other Mini Sprites
£1,860
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£4,926
Median Price (Since 2020)
£22,361
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 3rd Nov 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
35,143 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 14th Oct 2026, 35,143 miles
Failed
On 8th Oct 2026, 35,130 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Major:
- Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor in front of rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Passed
On 4th Nov 2025, 35,010 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal multiple (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Passed
On 25th Apr 2016, 34,491 miles
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