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R358 KAX

1998 Rover Mini

Cream Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,356 mi
Last recorded16,356 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR358 KAX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2026 16,356 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 14,534 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 11,929 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 9,579 miles

Position lamp incorrect colour Both rear (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 6,863 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity Both rear lens faded (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 3,123 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 98,224 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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R358 KAX is a 1998 Rover Mini in Cream 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 R358 KAX, 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 R358 KAX registered?

R358 KAX is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R358 KAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R358 KAX 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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