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R387 TLD

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

84,117 mi
Last recorded84,117 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR387 TLD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 84,117 miles

Heavily undersealed underside.

Pass 13 Dec 2024 84,104 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 84,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 83,906 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2023 83,479 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 82,841 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 82,581 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 82,271 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 82,045 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 81,773 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 81,051 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 81,051 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 80,533 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 79,813 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 78,397 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 77,512 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 75,699 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 70,944 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 66,145 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 62,437 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 34,310 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 48,003 miles

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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R387 TLD is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R387 TLD, 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 R387 TLD registered?

R387 TLD is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 April 1998.

Is R387 TLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R387 TLD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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