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R351 JOB

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

14,730 mi
Last recorded14,730 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR351 JOB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 14,730 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 14,646 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 14,399 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 14,196 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 14,196 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 13,642 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 13,314 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 13,314 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 13,160 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 13,160 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2019 12,636 miles

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 26 May 2018 12,027 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017 12,002 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 11,197 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 May 2016 10,710 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 10,709 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 May 2015 9,872 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2014 9,194 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 8,796 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 May 2012 8,571 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 8,486 miles
Fail 21 May 2011 8,486 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 8,406 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 8,155 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 7,954 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 7,823 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 7,823 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 May 2006 7,669 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 76,690 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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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R351 JOB is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 R351 JOB, 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 R351 JOB registered?

R351 JOB is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R351 JOB safe to buy?

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