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S578 FHJ

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,389 mi
Last recorded43,389 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS578 FHJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 43,389 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 40,130 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 40,070 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 39,793 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 39,570 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Jul 2022 39,563 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 37,740 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jul 2021 37,740 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 37,632 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 37,445 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 36,926 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 36,678 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 33,922 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 33,045 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 22,865 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 14,793 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 10,055 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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S578 FHJ is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1999 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,443 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 S578 FHJ, 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 27 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S578 FHJ registered?

S578 FHJ is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S578 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S578 FHJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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