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R385 TPY

1998 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,547 mi
Last recorded1,547 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR385 TPY
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2021 1,547 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 1,471 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 1,318 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 1,046 miles
Fail 30 May 2018 1,046 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 908 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 570 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 3 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 3 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 55,516 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 55,403 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 7 Jul 2009 55,403 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 55,303 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 Jul 2008 55,294 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 May 2007 54,760 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s pake brake low

Pass 8 Apr 2006 53,857 miles

Offside Front Upper 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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R385 TPY is a 1998 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R385 TPY, 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 R385 TPY registered?

R385 TPY is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R385 TPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R385 TPY shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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