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L3 MNY

1998 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

10,632 mi
Last recorded10,632 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL3 MNY
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 10,632 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 Jan 2026 10,565 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Mar 2025 10,213 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Showing Signs of being Damp (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear subframe showing signs of corrosion

Pass 22 Feb 2024 9,618 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2024 9,617 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 9,179 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 8,462 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 5,883 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2021 5,883 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% - offside weaker (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 3,264 miles

screen wash poor

Fail 11 Feb 2020 3,262 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre low pressure ()

screen wash poor

Pass 25 Feb 2019 278 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 7 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 2 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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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L3 MNY is a 1998 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L3 MNY, 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.

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What year was L3 MNY registered?

L3 MNY is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is L3 MNY safe to buy?

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