MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,119 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)
How Reliable is the Rover Mini?
Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S279 VEL is a 1998 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 S279 VEL, 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 S279 VEL?
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What year was S279 VEL registered?
S279 VEL is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 November 1998.
Is S279 VEL safe to buy?
The MOT history for S279 VEL shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S279 VEL have outstanding finance?
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