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P5 KRX

1999 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

94,147 mi
Last recorded94,147 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 KRX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 94,147 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2026 94,142 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 92,950 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 91,960 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 91,213 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 91,165 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 91,621 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 90,626 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 90,625 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt strut (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 89,778 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 88,917 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 87,678 miles

both rear brake effort low

offside rack gaiter

Pass 7 May 2015 85,275 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 83,954 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 82,725 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 78,751 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 75,499 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 70,536 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 64,727 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 64,727 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 59,854 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2007 59,854 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 56,626 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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P5 KRX is a 1999 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 P5 KRX, 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.

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What year was P5 KRX registered?

P5 KRX is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 February 1999.

Is P5 KRX safe to buy?

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