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R266 JCW

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,539 mi
Last recorded52,539 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR266 JCW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2015 52,539 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 52,532 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 52,484 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 51,645 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 50,750 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 49,711 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 JCW is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R266 JCW, 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 R266 JCW registered?

R266 JCW is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 January 1998.

Is R266 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R266 JCW shows 6 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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