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S782 MEC

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,272 mi
Last recorded36,272 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS782 MEC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 36,272 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 36,218 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 36,139 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 36,082 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 36,024 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 35,989 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2019 35,926 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 35,906 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 35,799 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 35,667 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 35,432 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 35,432 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 May 2014 35,255 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 35,158 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 34,785 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Oil leak

advise condition of front exhaust

Pass 18 Feb 2011 34,431 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 34,223 miles

both front jacking points are pushed up on floor

front flexi exhaust pipe damaged advise replacment

Fail 8 Feb 2010 34,221 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front jacking points are pushed up on floor

front flexi exhaust pipe damaged advise replacment

Pass 29 Sep 2008 33,807 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 31,536 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 30,371 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 30,361 miles

Nearside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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S782 MEC is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 S782 MEC, 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 S782 MEC registered?

S782 MEC is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is S782 MEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S782 MEC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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