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R433 LCG

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

23,415 mi
Last recorded23,415 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR433 LCG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 23,415 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 23,168 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 22,864 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 22,532 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 22,295 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 22,295 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 May 2021 22,093 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 21,944 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 21,555 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 21,300 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2018 21,300 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 20,997 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 20,692 miles

Nearside Front tyre crack and cords exploded but not over 2.5mm

Fail 6 Jan 2016 20,692 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 145/70/12t (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front tyre crack and cords exploded but not over 2.5mm

Fail 11 Dec 2014 20,541 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 20,541 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 20,434 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 20,155 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 19,908 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 19,413 miles

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

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

both rear tyres perished

Fail 20 Dec 2010 19,413 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 16 Dec 2009 19,402 miles

slight play front wheel bearings

Pass 9 Dec 2008 19,304 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 19,225 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish on side walls

Pass 7 Dec 2006 19,199 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 18,852 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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R433 LCG is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 R433 LCG, 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 R433 LCG registered?

R433 LCG is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R433 LCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R433 LCG shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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