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PIB 26

1999 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

17,821 mi
Last recorded17,821 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIB 26
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 17,821 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 17,789 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 17,761 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 17,709 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 17,349 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 17,341 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 17,334 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 17,327 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 17,248 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 17,176 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 17,176 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 17,056 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 16,849 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 16,849 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 16,429 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2012 16,429 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 16,011 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 14,833 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 14,833 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 14,101 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 14,101 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 14,089 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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PIB 26 is a 1999 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 PIB 26, 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 PIB 26 registered?

PIB 26 is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 March 1999.

Is PIB 26 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PIB 26 shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PIB 26 have outstanding finance?

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