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ROB 579Y

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,367 mi
Last recorded87,367 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationROB 579Y
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 87,367 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 86,743 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 85,317 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 84,774 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 84,195 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 83,667 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 83,421 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 82,641 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 81,792 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 81,792 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 81,078 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 80,219 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 79,165 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 78,285 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 78,215 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Nov 2012 78,215 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 72,175 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Dec 2011 72,175 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 67,226 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 61,712 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 55,596 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 44,233 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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ROB 579Y is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 ROB 579Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ROB 579Y registered?

ROB 579Y is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 March 1999.

Is ROB 579Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ROB 579Y shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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