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S884 SGV

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,646 mi
Last recorded51,646 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS884 SGV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2010 51,646 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 51,646 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 44,753 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 420,843 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 41,060 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front fog lamp holed

slight play in offside front hub

Pass 5 Oct 2006 37,171 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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S884 SGV is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 S884 SGV, 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 S884 SGV registered?

S884 SGV is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 October 1998.

Is S884 SGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S884 SGV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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