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S968 NCF

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,528 mi
Last recorded61,528 miles
Recorded on2 May 2018
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS968 NCF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2018 61,528 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 61,528 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 May 2017 60,298 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 13 May 2016 59,621 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 59,610 miles

underbody wings and panel under the windscreen all corroded , also boot floor is to . slight play in bearings

Pass 18 Aug 2009 59,237 miles

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

O/S/F tyre worn slightly on the inside

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2007 57,018 miles

both front lower body seals crushed and damaged

no reversing lights

Fail 29 Dec 2005 54,573 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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S968 NCF is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue 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 S968 NCF, 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 S968 NCF registered?

S968 NCF is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 October 1998.

Is S968 NCF safe to buy?

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