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S243 REC

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

61,049 mi
Last recorded61,049 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS243 REC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 61,049 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 61,034 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2024 60,954 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 60,763 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 60,511 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 60,063 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2021 60,063 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 59,498 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 58,934 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 58,467 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 58,014 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 57,500 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 57,500 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 56,914 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 56,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 55,393 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 54,694 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 53,671 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 53,068 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 51,843 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 51,436 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 51,170 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2008 51,170 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 50,234 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 47,856 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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S243 REC is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour 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 S243 REC, 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

How do I check the history of S243 REC?

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What year was S243 REC registered?

S243 REC is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is S243 REC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S243 REC shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S243 REC have outstanding finance?

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