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R423 DGO

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,469 mi
Last recorded46,469 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR423 DGO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 46,469 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 46,300 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is modified but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 46,115 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 44,241 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 43,997 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 43,542 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 42,757 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 42,201 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 41,857 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 41,542 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 4,091 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 3,934 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 3,934 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 3,826 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 3,778 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 3,737 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2009 3,737 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 3,707 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 3,665 miles

both front tyres poor condition. early stages of tread seperation. recomend change as soon as possible

Pass 14 Nov 2006 3,580 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 3,377 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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R423 DGO is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R423 DGO, 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 R423 DGO registered?

R423 DGO is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R423 DGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R423 DGO shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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