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R3 WDV

1999 Rover Mini

Not stated Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

38,462 mi
Last recorded38,462 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 WDV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 38,462 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 38,216 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 38,210 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 37,976 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 37,976 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 37,958 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 37,760 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 37,757 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2016 37,560 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 37,523 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high Both sides (1.8)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 37,078 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 36,789 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 36,767 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 36,425 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 76,215 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 35,277 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 35,274 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 35,146 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 34,963 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 34,222 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 33,806 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 33,788 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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R3 WDV is a 1999 Rover Mini in Not stated with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 1999 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,443 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R3 WDV, 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 27 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R3 WDV registered?

R3 WDV is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is R3 WDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 WDV shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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