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L888 SCB

1998 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

21,397 mi
Last recorded21,397 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL888 SCB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 21,397 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 21,061 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 20,490 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2023 20,417 miles

Emissions unable to be completed overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 20,143 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 19,651 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 19,651 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 24 Dec 2020 19,626 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Severely deteriorated, no longer preventing ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

All wheels & tyres slightly protruding outside of wheel arches

Nearside Front Upper ball joint boot split

Pass 11 May 2019 18,712 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 18,531 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 18,287 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 17,876 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 17,424 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 17,150 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 16,458 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 16,448 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 15,921 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 15,780 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 15,780 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2008 15,744 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 14,572 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2007 14,572 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 12,224 miles

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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L888 SCB is a 1998 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 L888 SCB, 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 L888 SCB registered?

L888 SCB is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is L888 SCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L888 SCB shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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