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T273 VAJ

1999 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,934 mi
Last recorded10,934 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT273 VAJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 10,934 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 17,261 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2024 17,229 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 16,476 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2024 16,476 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 15,802 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2023 15,802 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure does not lock-down as intended (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 14,646 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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T273 VAJ is a 1999 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 T273 VAJ, 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 T273 VAJ registered?

T273 VAJ is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T273 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T273 VAJ 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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