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T823 WAE

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

5,023 mi
Last recorded5,023 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT823 WAE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 5,023 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 5,023 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

offside front wheelarch corroded, not in prescribed area

Pass 22 May 2025 4,734 miles

offside front wheelarch corroded, outside of prescribed area

Fail 20 May 2025 4,734 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outersill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

offside front wheelarch corroded, outside of prescribed area

Pass 30 May 2024 4,564 miles

no clearance front bump stops

Fail 24 May 2024 4,564 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

no clearance front bump stops

Pass 25 May 2023 4,015 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 3,453 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

slight movement on drivers seat

Pass 3 Jun 2021 3,063 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 3,031 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 2,967 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 2,964 miles

Emissions not tested Test incomplete due to engine cooling fan not coming in and engine overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 2,720 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 2,720 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 2,617 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 2,411 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 1,820 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 99,638 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 18 Mar 2014 99,638 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

unable to fully inspect n/s/r top shock absorber mounting in boot fuel tank in way

Pass 5 Mar 2013 98,317 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 98,308 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 90,572 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 90,572 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2011 84,447 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 32,591 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 95,309 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 91,249 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 80,911 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 80,911 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

Offside 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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T823 WAE is a 1999 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T823 WAE, 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 T823 WAE registered?

T823 WAE is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T823 WAE safe to buy?

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