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S56 XET

1998 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,654 mi
Last recorded44,654 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS56 XET
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 44,654 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 44,456 miles

parking brake weak

Pass 16 May 2024 44,376 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 43,890 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 43,205 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 42,512 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 41,850 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 41,557 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 40,958 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 40,713 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 39,521 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 39,048 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 38,690 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 37,315 miles

outer sills surface corrosion starting

Pass 9 Aug 2011 35,641 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 33,776 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 31,830 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 29,466 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 27,590 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 25,588 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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S56 XET is a 1998 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 S56 XET, 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 S56 XET registered?

S56 XET is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S56 XET safe to buy?

The MOT history for S56 XET shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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