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M40 WKS

1999 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

46,986 mi
Last recorded46,986 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM40 WKS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 46,986 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 46,885 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 46,872 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2023 46,872 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 46,797 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 45,429 miles

Central Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2018 45,427 miles

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

Central Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 45,139 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 44,992 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 44,737 miles

rear section exhaust corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2011 44,427 miles

all tyres slightly perished on tread

o/side wiper blade split

Fail 2 Apr 2011 44,427 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all tyres slightly perished on tread

o/side wiper blade split

Pass 19 Aug 2009 43,543 miles

Area surrounding brake servo and master cylinder corroding.

Both outer sills corroded and nearside has holed but not in a prescribed area.

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

PLay in the steering rack detected from both sides and play in all 4 front outer suspension ball joints.

Pass 8 Aug 2008 41,737 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 37,900 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 28,410 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2005 26,865 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 WKS is a 1999 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WKS, 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 WKS registered?

M40 WKS is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 October 1999.

Is M40 WKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M40 WKS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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