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S774 KBL

1998 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,895 mi
Last recorded34,895 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS774 KBL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 34,895 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2025 34,772 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 34,668 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 May 2022 34,014 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 33,640 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 33,378 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 33,191 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 33,130 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 32,754 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 32,742 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 32,742 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 31,308 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 26,582 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 21,193 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 20,996 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 20,880 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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S774 KBL is a 1998 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S774 KBL, 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.

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What year was S774 KBL registered?

S774 KBL is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 August 1998.

Is S774 KBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S774 KBL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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