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M40 OEW

1999 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,128 mi
Last recorded26,128 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 OEW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 26,128 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 26,126 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2021 25,893 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 25,816 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 25,758 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 25,752 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 25,634 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 25,509 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 31 Aug 2011 25,504 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 25,288 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 23,797 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 23,766 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 22,142 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 18,467 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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M40 OEW is a 1999 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,443 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 M40 OEW, 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 27 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 M40 OEW registered?

M40 OEW is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 April 1999.

Is M40 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M40 OEW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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