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T551 ACW

1999 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,641 mi
Last recorded73,641 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT551 ACW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 73,641 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 73,499 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 72,769 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 71,770 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 71,765 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 71,765 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 70,491 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 67,139 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 67,139 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 62,858 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 55,262 miles

engine oil leak

front subframe rear mounting bushes getting worn

rear fog lamp lens cracked

some misalignment offside front tie bar

some play nearside radius arm

Pass 26 Oct 2005 47,463 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.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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T551 ACW is a 1999 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 T551 ACW, 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 T551 ACW registered?

T551 ACW is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 March 1999.

Is T551 ACW safe to buy?

The MOT history for T551 ACW shows 12 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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