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R209 XOC

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

61,301 mi
Last recorded61,301 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR209 XOC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 61,301 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 61,048 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2021 61,044 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 61,005 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 60,895 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 60,480 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 60,080 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 59,574 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 58,173 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 57,693 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 57,118 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 56,661 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 55,421 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 54,294 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 53,356 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 51,962 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 51,413 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 51,413 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

slight play in n/s/f top & bottom ball joints not to x/s at time of test.

Pass 14 Aug 2006 50,558 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2005 47,454 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 12 Dec 2005 47,454 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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R209 XOC is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R209 XOC, 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 R209 XOC registered?

R209 XOC is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is R209 XOC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R209 XOC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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