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S351 FAR

1998 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,532 mi
Last recorded19,532 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS351 FAR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2026 19,532 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 18,027 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 15,195 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 14,804 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 14,406 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 14,373 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 14,328 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 14,306 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 14,276 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 14,242 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 14,199 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 14,032 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 13,930 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 13,856 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 13,765 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 13,714 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 13,666 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 13,577 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 13,489 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 13,412 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 4 Sep 2006 13,006 miles

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

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

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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S351 FAR is a 1998 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S351 FAR, 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 S351 FAR?

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What year was S351 FAR registered?

S351 FAR is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S351 FAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S351 FAR shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S351 FAR have outstanding finance?

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