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S446 SLS

1998 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,638 mi
Last recorded13,638 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS446 SLS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2021 13,638 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 13,610 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 13,476 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 13,399 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2018 13,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 May 2012 11,387 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 11,374 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 11,228 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 11,002 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 10,826 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 10,383 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 9,794 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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S446 SLS is a 1998 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 S446 SLS, 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 S446 SLS registered?

S446 SLS is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is S446 SLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S446 SLS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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