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S58 DHT

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

72,342 mi
Last recorded72,342 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS58 DHT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 72,342 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 71,745 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 71,460 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 71,340 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 71,087 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 71,087 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 71,059 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2018 71,059 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 70,975 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 70,301 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 70,301 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 68,713 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 96,495 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 68,626 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 68,564 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 66,794 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Jan 2007 61,613 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 61,589 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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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S58 DHT is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 S58 DHT, 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 S58 DHT registered?

S58 DHT is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 September 1998.

Is S58 DHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S58 DHT shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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