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S448 BWV

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

54,397 mi
Last recorded54,397 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS448 BWV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 54,397 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 54,361 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 54,346 miles

Offside Front Front subframe mounting rubber deteriorated

Pass 10 Oct 2019 54,270 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2018 54,219 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 54,153 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 53,912 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2016 53,906 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 53,202 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 52,304 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 51,019 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 50,687 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2012 50,686 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 49,609 miles

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

Fail 2 Nov 2011 49,606 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 48,713 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 48,029 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 46,876 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 46,876 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 45,820 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 45,820 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 44,751 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 43,140 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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S448 BWV is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 S448 BWV, 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 S448 BWV registered?

S448 BWV is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 August 1998.

Is S448 BWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S448 BWV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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