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S52 SRD

1998 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2016
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

95,870 mi
Last recorded95,870 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS52 SRD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2015 95,870 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 94,539 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 94,346 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 94,306 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 87,948 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 84,110 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

brake pipes at rear have surface rust on

cut offside rear tyre outer wall

front wing taped up

rust on bodywork all round

sills and flooring rusty

Fail 7 Aug 2012 84,089 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

brake pipes at rear have surface rust on

front wing taped up

sills and flooring rusty

Fail 24 Jan 2012 83,694 miles

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

Nearside Front Driver's door pillar insecure (6.2.B.2)

Offside Front Driver's door pillar insecure (6.2.B.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

fronrt brake disc,s worn

Pass 3 Sep 2010 64,682 miles

front brake discs poor

o/s/f outer wing corroded & holed

Fail 31 Aug 2010 64,677 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

front brake discs poor

o/s/f outer wing corroded & holed

Pass 29 Aug 2009 52,334 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2009 52,330 miles

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

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

heater leaking

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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S52 SRD 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 50%.

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 S52 SRD, 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 S52 SRD registered?

S52 SRD is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 September 1998.

Is S52 SRD safe to buy?

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