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S922 DTO

1998 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,725 mi
Last recorded55,725 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS922 DTO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 55,725 miles

All indicators flashing faster than normal

Coolant leak

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front suspension turret ball joint cover has cover displaced

Fail 17 Jul 2026 55,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

All indicators flashing faster than normal

Coolant leak

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front suspension turret ball joint cover has cover displaced

Pass 15 Jul 2025 54,052 miles

Corrosion to subframe

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 48,036 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 45,646 miles

both rear tyres close to indicators

nail in n/s front tyre

Pass 13 May 2011 34,523 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 6 May 2011 34,521 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 33,562 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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S922 DTO is a 1998 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S922 DTO, 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 S922 DTO registered?

S922 DTO is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 November 1998.

Is S922 DTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S922 DTO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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