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S18 MSW

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,845 mi
Last recorded24,845 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS18 MSW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 24,845 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 24,724 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 24,617 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 24,597 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 24,540 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 24,442 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 24,440 miles

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2020 24,281 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 24,210 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 24,064 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 24,012 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 23,892 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 23,890 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2015 23,630 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 23,411 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 23,409 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 23,085 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 22,922 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 22,623 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 22,269 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 22,050 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 21,881 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 21,722 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 21,558 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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S18 MSW is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S18 MSW, 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 S18 MSW registered?

S18 MSW is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is S18 MSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S18 MSW shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S18 MSW have outstanding finance?

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