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M398 TFV

1995 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,504 mi
Last recorded14,504 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2024
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM398 TFV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2024 14,504 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 14,494 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 14,456 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 14,436 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 14,412 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 14,270 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 14,027 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 13,662 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 13,533 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 13,522 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 May 2006 13,291 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 13,291 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear tyres cracking

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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M398 TFV is a 1995 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,922 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 M398 TFV, 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 31 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 M398 TFV registered?

M398 TFV is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 February 1995.

Is M398 TFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M398 TFV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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