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S4 AJT

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,500 mi
Last recorded59,500 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS4 AJT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2015 59,500 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 59,156 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 59,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 May 2013 59,150 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front under body floor has slight damage

slight play in steering rack ends

Pass 18 Jun 2011 58,671 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 58,179 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 57,567 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2007 56,870 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 56,870 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 53,276 miles

slight play n/side front hub

Fail 10 Aug 2006 53,275 miles

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

slight play n/side front hub

Pass 6 Aug 2005 47,940 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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S4 AJT is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S4 AJT, 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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S4 AJT is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 August 1998.

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