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S737 DFM

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,428 mi
Last recorded15,428 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS737 DFM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 15,428 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 15,402 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 15,377 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 15,355 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 15,335 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 15,320 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 15,005 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 14,979 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 14,891 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 14,143 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 13,107 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 13,068 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 13,058 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 17 Oct 2014 13,046 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2013 12,832 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 12,828 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 12,748 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 12,719 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 12,670 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 12,670 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2009 12,345 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 12,140 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 12,042 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 11,966 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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S737 DFM is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S737 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 S737 DFM registered?

S737 DFM is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is S737 DFM safe to buy?

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