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V262 HEO

1999 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

45,746 mi
Last recorded45,746 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV262 HEO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 45,746 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 45,725 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 45,720 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 45,522 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 45,509 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2018 45,509 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 45,295 miles

both floor to sills corroded

both outer sills are corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2016 44,253 miles

Offside front side light output is not as strong as the nearside.

Pass 9 Jun 2015 42,932 miles

Both Front Tyres Worn Too 3mm

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 42,932 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Both Front Tyres Worn Too 3mm

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 38,942 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 38,658 miles

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)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 31,760 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 27,520 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

general surface corrosion on rear subframe

Pass 28 May 2012 27,520 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

general surface corrosion on rear subframe

Pass 24 Jun 2011 24,896 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 22,708 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 18,645 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 16,387 miles

all tyres have cracked and perished walls

Fail 22 Nov 2007 16,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all tyres have cracked and perished walls

Pass 17 Nov 2006 13,064 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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V262 HEO is a 1999 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V262 HEO, 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 V262 HEO registered?

V262 HEO is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V262 HEO safe to buy?

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