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S409 SRD

1998 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

62,147 mi
Last recorded62,147 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS409 SRD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 62,147 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2025 59,900 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 56,110 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 50,727 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 50,727 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 50,673 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 50,550 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 50,533 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 50,517 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 49,823 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 49,034 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 48,524 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 48,386 miles

slight play in front ball joints

Fail 30 Dec 2014 48,344 miles

Oil leak

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rusty areas

Pass 30 Dec 2014 48,344 miles

Oil leak

rusty areas

Pass 10 Dec 2013 48,174 miles

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre perrished

rusty areas

Pass 10 Dec 2012 47,857 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011 47,459 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Dec 2011 47,459 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 47,179 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 46,405 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 43,689 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 41,188 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Dec 2006 37,514 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

rear tyres perrished

wipers poor

Pass 4 Jan 2006 33,129 miles

Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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S409 SRD is a 1998 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 S409 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 S409 SRD registered?

S409 SRD is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 September 1998.

Is S409 SRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S409 SRD shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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