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T2 UTM

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1273cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,093 mi
Last recorded36,093 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT2 UTM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,273cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 36,093 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 35,381 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 32,123 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 32,122 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2023 29,160 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 28,517 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 24,994 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 24,239 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 21,979 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 18,024 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 18,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 15,032 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 13,303 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 11,491 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 10,272 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 5,222 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 99,869 miles

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

very slight play in osr radius arm

Fail 22 Aug 2011 99,869 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

very slight play in osr radius arm

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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T2 UTM is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,273cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T2 UTM, 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 T2 UTM registered?

T2 UTM is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is T2 UTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T2 UTM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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