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V164 FBC

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,470 mi
Last recorded37,470 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV164 FBC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 37,470 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 37,470 miles

Emissions unable to be completed overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 37,496 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 37,350 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2022 37,348 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 37,346 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 37,435 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 37,343 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 37,302 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 33,241 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 33,184 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 33,159 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 32,982 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 32,365 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 31,959 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 29,815 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 28,081 miles

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2009 26,582 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 24,446 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 22,623 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 22,623 miles

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2006 20,413 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 FBC is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 FBC, 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 V164 FBC registered?

V164 FBC is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V164 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V164 FBC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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