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S920 UHJ

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,908 mi
Last recorded37,908 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS920 UHJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 37,908 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 37,038 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2025 37,038 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Engine over heated. (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 22 Mar 2024 36,858 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 36,638 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 36,638 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 35,869 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 34,998 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 32,719 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 32,649 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 32,645 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 32,641 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 32,616 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 32,610 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 32,569 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 32,529 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 32,503 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 32,503 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 4 May 2010 32,403 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 May 2010 32,403 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 31,182 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 31,182 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 26,802 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 22,185 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 18,230 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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S920 UHJ is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S920 UHJ, 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

How do I check the history of S920 UHJ?

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What year was S920 UHJ registered?

S920 UHJ is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S920 UHJ safe to buy?

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