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S473 EMV

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

95,687 mi
Last recorded95,687 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2015
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS473 EMV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2015 95,687 miles

advance corrosion to rear subfram.

Pass 18 Aug 2014 90,421 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 85,277 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 78,646 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 71,288 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 64,043 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 56,666 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2009 56,666 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 49,880 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Jul 2008 49,880 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 42,915 miles

With vt 30

Fail 28 Aug 2007 42,915 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front suspension low clearance on bump stops

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 39,587 miles

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

n/s/r brake reading slightly low

Pass 10 Apr 2006 37,995 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 37,995 miles

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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S473 EMV is a 1999 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 S473 EMV, 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.

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What year was S473 EMV registered?

S473 EMV is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S473 EMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S473 EMV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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