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HFX 808N

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

57,911 mi
Last recorded57,911 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFX 808N
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 57,911 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 57,675 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2023 57,229 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 56,897 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 56,549 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2020 56,091 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 55,730 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 55,337 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 55,065 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 54,691 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 53,217 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 50,445 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 49,360 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 49,273 miles

slight play in offside rear radius arm bearing

Pass 10 Dec 2011 49,156 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 49,156 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Dec 2010 48,584 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2009 46,041 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 42,967 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 39,375 miles

rear tyres worn on inside edges,just pass

Pass 11 Dec 2006 36,159 miles

slight play in nearside lower swivel

Pass 9 Dec 2005 33,023 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear tyres perished

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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HFX 808N is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1998 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 49,150 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 HFX 808N, 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 28 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 HFX 808N registered?

HFX 808N is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 January 1998.

Is HFX 808N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFX 808N shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFX 808N have outstanding finance?

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