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T28 ANX

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests29 (18 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate62.1%

Mileage

65,485 mi
Last recorded65,485 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT28 ANX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 11 fail
Fail 9 Aug 2025 65,485 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to bulkhead area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill/floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure front sub frame nearside front mounting bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated dust cover split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 64,812 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2024 64,801 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 64,577 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 64,560 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Engine cooling fan not working

Pass 22 Jun 2022 64,398 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 64,393 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Brake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 18 Jun 2021 61,362 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 61,354 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 59,190 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 57,399 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 57,398 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 54,412 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 51,857 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 50,294 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 50,294 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 48,524 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 46,500 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 44,483 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 44,240 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 18 Jan 2012 44,230 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 26 Jan 2011 42,853 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

advise front number plate bolts loose

slight blow on front exhaust pipe flex

slight play in o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 26 Jan 2011 42,853 miles

advise front number plate bolts loose

slight blow on front exhaust pipe flex

slight play in o/s front wheel bearing

Pass 21 Jan 2010 41,094 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 21 Jan 2010 41,094 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 39,158 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 37,088 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 35,144 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 35,130 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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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T28 ANX is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T28 ANX, 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.

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T28 ANX is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 September 1999.

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