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T395 RWU

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

12,731 mi
Last recorded12,731 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT395 RWU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 12,731 miles

Service brake only just met the minimum efficiency requirement

Fail 31 Mar 2023 12,730 miles

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

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

Service brake only just met the minimum efficiency requirement

Pass 23 Mar 2022 12,580 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 12,363 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 12,152 miles

N/S Rear tyre has a large split in outer sidewall but no cords showing

Pass 26 Mar 2019 11,486 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 11,486 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 11,003 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Screw in tyre (145/70/12)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 10,325 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 9,745 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2016 9,735 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 8,996 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Slight play in most front suspension/steering components

Fail 24 Mar 2015 8,996 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Slight play in most front suspension/steering components

Pass 7 Apr 2014 7,960 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 7,422 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

o/s/f suspension has limited movement with bump-stop

Fail 27 Mar 2013 7,422 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

o/s/f suspension has limited movement with bump-stop

Pass 29 Mar 2012 6,780 miles

centre exhaust join leaking

n/s/f wheel bearing play

Fail 29 Mar 2012 6,780 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

centre exhaust join leaking

n/s/f wheel bearing play

Pass 31 Mar 2011 6,309 miles

centre silencer join leaking

n/s washer jet blocked

slight play in front top and bottom suspension joints

Fail 31 Mar 2010 5,733 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

slight fluid weep from steering rack head

Pass 31 Mar 2010 5,733 miles

slight fluid weep from steering rack head

Pass 24 Mar 2009 5,256 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 4,927 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 4,391 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 3,666 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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T395 RWU is a 1999 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 T395 RWU, 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 T395 RWU registered?

T395 RWU is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 May 1999.

Is T395 RWU safe to buy?

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