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M13 COO

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,044 mi
Last recorded27,044 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM13 COO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 27,044 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 26,134 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 24,819 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 24,815 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 23,266 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 22,512 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 22,010 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 21,387 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 20,427 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 19,539 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 18,654 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement TEARDROP. (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 18,653 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement TEARDROP. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 17,641 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 16,702 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 15,404 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 14,244 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 12,820 miles

Offside Outer Upper Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 12,342 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

osf/nsf discs scorn/pitted

Pass 28 Aug 2009 11,390 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 10,156 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 9,461 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 8,076 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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M13 COO is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M13 COO, 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 M13 COO registered?

M13 COO is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is M13 COO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M13 COO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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