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T255 TFE

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,323 mi
Last recorded69,323 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT255 TFE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 69,323 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 69,288 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 68,019 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 67,808 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 67,571 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 67,143 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 66,683 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 65,450 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 55,375 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

OFF SIDE REAR BRAKE BACKPLATE DAMP POSS INTERNAL FLUID LEAK ADVISE STRIP AND INSPECT

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 55,375 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

OFF SIDE REAR BRAKE BACKPLATE DAMP POSS INTERNAL FLUID LEAK ADVISE STRIP AND INSPECT

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2005 47,320 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2005 47,316 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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T255 TFE is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,443 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 T255 TFE, 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 27 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 T255 TFE registered?

T255 TFE is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 June 1999.

Is T255 TFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for T255 TFE shows 12 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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