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T885 HHG

1999 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

30,365 mi
Last recorded30,365 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2011
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT885 HHG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2011 30,365 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 30,358 miles

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

corrosion on front and rear panels (under bumpers)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 29,140 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

S R S warning light is on.

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 27,808 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 27,803 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 26,361 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 25,803 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 25,803 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2007 22,007 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 18,225 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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T885 HHG is a 1999 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 T885 HHG, 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.

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What year was T885 HHG registered?

T885 HHG is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T885 HHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T885 HHG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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