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S273 CTA

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,954 mi
Last recorded18,954 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS273 CTA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 18,954 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 18,126 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 17,829 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 May 2024 17,829 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn both front subframe bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both n/s and o/s rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 May 2024 17,803 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis excessively corroded within 30cm of subframe mount prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis excessively corroded within prescribed area of subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both side front jacking points corroded but not structural damage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 17,692 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 17,373 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 17,229 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 16,983 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 16,941 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 16,534 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 15,984 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 15,786 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 15,428 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 14,946 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 14,946 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 14,340 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 14,340 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 21 Aug 2012 14,335 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 13,849 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 13,840 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 13,465 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 26 Aug 2009 13,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Aug 2009 13,223 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 12,619 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 12,195 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2006 11,764 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 11,198 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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S273 CTA is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 S273 CTA, 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.

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What year was S273 CTA registered?

S273 CTA is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 September 1998.

Is S273 CTA safe to buy?

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