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S73 UBL

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

40,109 mi
Last recorded40,109 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS73 UBL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 40,109 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 38,372 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 34,370 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 32,342 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 32,162 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 31,767 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 31,311 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 30,939 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 29,903 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Feb 2011 29,220 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 29,196 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Feb 2010 24,471 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2010 24,271 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 23,791 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 23,367 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 22,760 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 21,589 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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S73 UBL is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 S73 UBL, 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 S73 UBL registered?

S73 UBL is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 November 1998.

Is S73 UBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S73 UBL 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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