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P5 OEW

1998 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,724 mi
Last recorded21,724 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 OEW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 21,724 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 21,716 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 21,442 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 20,941 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 20,878 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 20,569 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 20,242 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 20,014 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 19,118 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 18,085 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 18,085 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 17,805 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 16,810 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 16,810 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 15,859 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 15,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 13,237 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 12,788 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 7,306 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 7,255 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 7,132 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 OEW is a 1998 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P5 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 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 P5 OEW registered?

P5 OEW is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is P5 OEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 OEW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P5 OEW have outstanding finance?

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