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R250 JNV

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,314 mi
Last recorded63,314 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR250 JNV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2024 63,314 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 63,151 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Jan 2011 62,415 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 60,429 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 50,449 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 49,434 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 46,607 miles

advise rear tail pipe cracked

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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R250 JNV is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R250 JNV, 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 R250 JNV registered?

R250 JNV is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 April 1998.

Is R250 JNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R250 JNV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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