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R201 FAF

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,556 mi
Last recorded27,556 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR201 FAF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 27,556 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 26,926 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 26,404 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 26,358 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 26,297 miles

exhaust flexi damaged

slight bind on offside rear brake

slight play in all front ball joints

Pass 19 Mar 2020 26,146 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

brake pipes greased

exhaust flexi joint damaged

Pass 25 Mar 2019 25,955 miles

slight play front ball joints

Pass 3 Apr 2018 25,696 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 25,435 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 25,195 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 24,853 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 24,853 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 24,533 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 24,167 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 24,167 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 23,827 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 23,827 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 23,483 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 23,246 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 22,799 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 22,463 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 22,028 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 22,028 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 21,361 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 21,361 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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R201 FAF is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R201 FAF, 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 R201 FAF registered?

R201 FAF is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R201 FAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R201 FAF shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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