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S23 BEV

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,849 mi
Last recorded27,849 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS23 BEV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 27,849 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 27,737 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 27,533 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 27,430 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 26,961 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 26,770 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 25,933 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 25,133 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 24,165 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 23,339 miles

offside front & nearside front top & bottom ball joints have slight play at time of retest.joints had been freshly greased for prior test.

Fail 21 Mar 2006 23,315 miles

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

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

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

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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S23 BEV is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S23 BEV, 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 S23 BEV registered?

S23 BEV is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S23 BEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S23 BEV shows 11 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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