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S405 BPG

1998 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

72,683 mi
Last recorded72,683 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS405 BPG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 72,683 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2025 72,683 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2024 72,668 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 72,581 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 72,581 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 72,559 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 72,475 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 72,022 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 70,985 miles

both steering rack boots perishing

Pass 19 Jun 2017 69,831 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 69,651 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 69,500 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2014 69,334 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 68,769 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 68,580 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2010 68,124 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 67,707 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Rear tyres cracking in tread pattern

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 67,460 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 67,257 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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S405 BPG is a 1998 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 S405 BPG, 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 S405 BPG registered?

S405 BPG is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 December 1998.

Is S405 BPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S405 BPG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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