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R430 FDL

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,996 mi
Last recorded72,996 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR430 FDL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 72,996 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 72,919 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

underbody protection applied prior to testing

Fail 7 Jun 2014 72,919 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

underbody protection applied prior to testing

Pass 15 Jun 2013 72,806 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 72,430 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 72,239 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 71,562 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 70,890 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

n/side front sill hold and corroded

o/side rear tyre deterarated

Fail 16 Mar 2009 70,890 miles

Nearside Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

n/side front sill hold and corroded

o/side rear tyre deterarated

Pass 14 Mar 2008 67,091 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 61,147 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 61,147 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2006 58,736 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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R430 FDL is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R430 FDL, 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 R430 FDL registered?

R430 FDL is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R430 FDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R430 FDL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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