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S383 SRD

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

92,514 mi
Last recorded92,514 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS383 SRD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 92,514 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 1 Apr 2025 92,511 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

engine oil leak

Pass 11 Mar 2024 91,892 miles

engine oil leak

n/s/f tyre side wall slight damage

Fail 29 Jun 2023 91,858 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both front outer sills slight corrosion

both rear floors slight corrosion

engine oil leak

n/s/f tyre side wall slightly damaged

n/s/r subframe floor mount slight corrosion

Pass 28 Jun 2022 91,084 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both front outer sills slight corrosion

both rear and front floors slight corrosion

Pass 7 Jul 2021 90,350 miles

engine oil leak

o/s/f outer sill slight corrosion

Fail 30 Jun 2021 90,346 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine oil leak

o/s/f outer sill slight corrosion

Pass 14 Jul 2020 89,834 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2019 88,716 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 87,388 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 87,385 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 85,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 83,136 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 80,645 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 78,662 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 75,625 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 72,342 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 70,480 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 67,706 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 66,114 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 61,695 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 58,197 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

auxilliary belt perished / cracked

no valid road tax on vehicle

Pass 31 Jan 2007 54,024 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2007 53,952 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Damage to both near side tyre sidewalls

Number plates pre 1973 black & white

Pass 27 Jan 2006 49,039 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s wiper poor

Fail 19 Jan 2006 48,890 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

drivers seat does not latch down

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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S383 SRD is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S383 SRD, 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

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What year was S383 SRD registered?

S383 SRD is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 September 1998.

Is S383 SRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S383 SRD shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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