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R867 XKK

1998 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

19,979 mi
Last recorded19,979 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR867 XKK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 19,979 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 19,963 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 19,884 miles

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

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 19,832 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 19,691 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 19,642 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 19,456 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 19,299 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 19,220 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 19,043 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 18,988 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 18,859 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 18,784 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section at joint (7.1.2)

coolant level low

Fail 31 Mar 2016 18,764 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front section at joint (7.1.2)

coolant level low

Pass 14 Apr 2015 18,648 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 18,606 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 18,602 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 18,449 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 18,136 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 17,450 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 17,324 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 17,018 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 16,800 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 16,610 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 15,950 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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R867 XKK is a 1998 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 R867 XKK, 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 R867 XKK registered?

R867 XKK is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 March 1998.

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