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S734 DFM

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,720 mi
Last recorded80,720 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS734 DFM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2025 80,720 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 79,952 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 79,464 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 79,149 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 77,393 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 77,387 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 77,102 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 76,486 miles

rear brake pipes have slight corrosion

rear subframe has corrosion

Pass 10 Jun 2015 75,535 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 74,499 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 72,889 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front ball joint rubbers are perrished

Pass 15 Jun 2012 71,396 miles

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

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

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

all front ball joint rubbers are slightly perrished

nearside outer sill has slight corrosion

Pass 31 May 2011 71,216 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 May 2010 70,755 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 69,309 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 68,483 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 66,784 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 65,144 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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S734 DFM is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 S734 DFM, 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 S734 DFM registered?

S734 DFM is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 August 1998.

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