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T698 NAL

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,881 mi
Last recorded51,881 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT698 NAL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 51,881 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2025 51,395 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 50,416 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 49,106 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2023 49,102 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 47,591 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 46,351 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 45,879 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 44,989 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 40,677 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 40,664 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 39,800 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 39,071 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 38,448 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 37,526 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 36,914 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 35,923 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 34,136 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 33,131 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 31,473 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 29,286 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 26,785 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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T698 NAL 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 90.9%.

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 T698 NAL, 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 T698 NAL registered?

T698 NAL is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 July 1999.

Is T698 NAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for T698 NAL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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