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V164 EDG

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,800 mi
Last recorded30,800 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV164 EDG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 30,800 miles

Wheel bearing slightly noisy Nearside front (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 29,808 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 29,046 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 28,229 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 27,091 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 25,900 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 23,800 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 22,455 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 21,558 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 21,312 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2016 21,311 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 21,205 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 18,035 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 18,035 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 13,123 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 8,136 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

n/s front sill slightly corroded

o/s front sill has a hole caused by corrosin

Fail 21 Apr 2011 8,136 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

n/s front sill slightly corroded

o/s front sill has a hole caused by corrosin

Pass 16 Oct 2008 8,116 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 7,828 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 7,374 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 6,357 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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V164 EDG is a 1999 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V164 EDG, 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 V164 EDG registered?

V164 EDG is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 November 1999.

Is V164 EDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V164 EDG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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