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S361 OHG

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

46,244 mi
Last recorded46,244 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS361 OHG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 46,244 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2025 46,244 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 46,240 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 46,237 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 46,237 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 46,189 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 46,113 miles

o/s/f tie rod bush in poor condition

Fail 22 Jun 2021 46,107 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))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

o/s/f tie rod bush in poor condition

Pass 9 Jul 2020 45,844 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 45,843 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2019 45,576 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 45,576 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 44,166 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 43,945 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 43,732 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 43,728 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 43,709 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 43,464 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 43,464 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 43,263 miles

slight play both rear radius arms

Pass 28 May 2009 43,168 miles

both rear radious arm pivots marginal play

Pass 1 Jul 2008 42,923 miles

marginal play off side rear radious arm

Fail 1 Jul 2008 42,923 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

marginal play off side rear radious arm

Pass 3 Aug 2007 42,438 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 41,413 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 41,412 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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S361 OHG is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 S361 OHG, 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 S361 OHG registered?

S361 OHG is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 November 1998.

Is S361 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S361 OHG shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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