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R150 HGU

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,973 mi
Last recorded58,973 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR150 HGU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2014 58,973 miles

gearbox oil seal leaking

Pass 5 Sep 2013 54,826 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 53,966 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 51,443 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 49,560 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 45,506 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 42,589 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 42,589 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2006 40,505 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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R150 HGU is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R150 HGU, 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.

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What year was R150 HGU registered?

R150 HGU is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 March 1998.

Is R150 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R150 HGU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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