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T71 KOT

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

47,515 mi
Last recorded47,515 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT71 KOT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 47,515 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 47,461 miles
Pass 1 May 2023 47,380 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 47,311 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 47,179 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 47,109 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 46,949 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 43,805 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 42,412 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 41,747 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 40,870 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 39,985 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 39,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 37,848 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 37,847 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 31,435 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 26,353 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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T71 KOT is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 T71 KOT, 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 T71 KOT registered?

T71 KOT is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T71 KOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T71 KOT shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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