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T312 EFM

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,815 mi
Last recorded26,815 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT312 EFM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2026 26,815 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 26,429 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2022 26,101 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 24,836 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 24,708 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 24,689 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 24,597 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 24,340 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 24,048 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 22,965 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 21,766 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 21,273 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 20,119 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 20,092 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 19,896 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 19,896 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 18,363 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 18,363 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) 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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T312 EFM is a 1999 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T312 EFM, 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 T312 EFM registered?

T312 EFM is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 March 1999.

Is T312 EFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T312 EFM 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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