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S424 YAB

1999 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,429 mi
Last recorded16,429 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS424 YAB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 16,429 miles

both rear tyre walls perishing

both sides front knuckle joint rubbers perishing

Pass 24 Jun 2016 16,395 miles

Nearside Rear tyres cracking in tread

Offside Rear tyre cracking in tread

both front inner ball joint gaiter deteriorated

Pass 11 Jun 2015 16,250 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 15,813 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 15,591 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 15,177 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 14,727 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 14,453 miles

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

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 13,883 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 13,470 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 12,984 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 12,319 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2006 12,319 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 11,565 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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S424 YAB is a 1999 Rover Mini in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1999 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,443 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 S424 YAB, 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 27 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 S424 YAB registered?

S424 YAB is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 February 1999.

Is S424 YAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S424 YAB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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