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T40 ANV

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,784 mi
Last recorded64,784 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT40 ANV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 64,784 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 63,126 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 62,768 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 62,680 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 62,338 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 5 May 2021 62,338 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2019 62,069 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 61,755 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 60,525 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 59,605 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 23 Oct 2014 59,581 miles

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 57,365 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 54,464 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 54,464 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 53,948 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 52,865 miles

Fuel cap seal starting to perish

General corrosion to floor pan

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 502,235 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 46,394 miles

Oil leak

Fail 10 Oct 2008 46,369 miles

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2007 41,229 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 40,856 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 36,766 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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T40 ANV is a 1999 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 T40 ANV, 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 T40 ANV registered?

T40 ANV is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T40 ANV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T40 ANV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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