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S485 LBK

1998 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

62,369 mi
Last recorded62,369 miles
Recorded on29 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS485 LBK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2023 62,369 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 62,336 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 62,336 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 62,324 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 27,871 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 May 2012 62,251 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 62,143 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 58,421 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 56,382 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 56,375 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 54,326 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 50,649 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 46,250 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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S485 LBK is a 1998 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 S485 LBK, 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 S485 LBK registered?

S485 LBK is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1998.

Is S485 LBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S485 LBK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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