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S571 AJL

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,549 mi
Last recorded22,549 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS571 AJL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2025 22,549 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 20,575 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 19,150 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 17,599 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 16,024 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 15,590 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 14,809 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 101,370 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 7,948 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2016 40,766 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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S571 AJL is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S571 AJL, 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 S571 AJL registered?

S571 AJL is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S571 AJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S571 AJL shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S571 AJL have outstanding finance?

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