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R266 EBH

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,837 mi
Last recorded68,837 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR266 EBH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 68,837 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 66,917 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 63,119 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

airbag warning light on

Pass 3 Jul 2008 60,492 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

engine stabiliser insecure

small surface cracks in the tread on front tyres

Pass 17 Feb 2006 58,896 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2006 58,866 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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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R266 EBH is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R266 EBH, 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 R266 EBH registered?

R266 EBH is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R266 EBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R266 EBH shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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