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S257 DVK

1999 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

7,539 mi
Last recorded7,539 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS257 DVK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 7,539 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 7,260 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 7,128 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 7,039 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 6,999 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 6,966 miles

fuel cap seal is slightly perished

Pass 8 May 2015 6,668 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 6,541 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 6,499 miles

n/s/f tyre is slightly perished

o/s/f tyre is slightly perished

Pass 9 May 2012 6,362 miles

Both front wipers smearing slightly

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre starting to split

Pass 3 May 2011 6,335 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 6,134 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 5,886 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 5,557 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 5,102 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 4,655 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 4,652 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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S257 DVK is a 1999 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 S257 DVK, 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 S257 DVK registered?

S257 DVK is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S257 DVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S257 DVK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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