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V262 LJS

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

15,141 mi
Last recorded15,141 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV262 LJS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 15,141 miles

underside floor/chasis/suspension covered in underseal

Pass 28 Oct 2024 15,132 miles

Underside floor/chassis/suspension coated in underseal

Pass 10 Nov 2023 15,128 miles

Underside floor/chassis coated in underseal

Pass 31 Oct 2022 15,124 miles

under chassis corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2021 15,115 miles

underside chassis coated in underseal

Pass 6 Nov 2020 15,081 miles

Nearside Front door corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2019 15,077 miles

nearside front door corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2018 15,071 miles

nearside front door corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2017 14,985 miles

nearside front door corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2016 14,969 miles

nearside front door corroded at base

offside front wing corroded at quarter pannel

Pass 24 Oct 2015 14,960 miles

nearside door corroding

Pass 27 Oct 2014 14,958 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 14,884 miles

nearside door corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2012 14,797 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 14,412 miles

airbag warning light on

nearside door handle broken

Fail 24 Nov 2011 14,412 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm which is adjustable, locking device insecure (2.4.G.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

airbag warning light on

nearside door handle broken

Pass 27 Mar 2008 14,248 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front number plate cracked

nearside door corroded

tempary repare to nearside door handle

Fail 24 Mar 2008 14,245 miles

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

nearside door corroded

tempary repare to nearside door handle

Pass 12 Apr 2007 14,032 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 14,029 miles

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

both front tyres worn unevenly

offside front footwell corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2006 13,768 miles

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

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 LJS is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour 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 V262 LJS, 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 V262 LJS registered?

V262 LJS is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 September 1999.

Is V262 LJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for V262 LJS 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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