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M4 DDP

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,193 mi
Last recorded42,193 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM4 DDP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 42,193 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all four (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 28 May 2025 42,193 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all four (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 42,178 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 42,080 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 41,953 miles

crack in o/s/f upper ball joint gaitor

n/s/r shocker starting to get tight

slight play in both front upper ball joints

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 7 May 2013 41,797 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 41,644 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 41,644 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs corroding.

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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M4 DDP is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M4 DDP, 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 M4 DDP registered?

M4 DDP is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is M4 DDP safe to buy?

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