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S61 BGD

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

60,669 mi
Last recorded60,669 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS61 BGD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 60,669 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 60,282 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 60,148 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 59,912 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 59,707 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 59,591 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 59,102 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 58,881 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 58,493 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 58,181 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 57,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres inner edges heavily stepped and feathered (possible tracking fault)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 57,586 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front tyres inner edges heavily stepped and feathered (possible tracking fault)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 57,571 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Feb 2011 57,559 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 57,556 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jan 2010 55,163 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 46,887 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 42,409 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 37,233 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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S61 BGD is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 S61 BGD, 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

How do I check the history of S61 BGD?

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What year was S61 BGD registered?

S61 BGD is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S61 BGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S61 BGD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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