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V290 GJR

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,542 mi
Last recorded60,542 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV290 GJR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 60,542 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 58,733 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 57,498 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 177,935 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 56,539 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 54,810 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 54,708 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 54,014 miles

both rear tyres perished and worn on edges

Fail 5 Apr 2008 54,014 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres perished and worn on edges

Pass 5 Apr 2007 51,662 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 51,662 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2006 48,100 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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V290 GJR is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V290 GJR, 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 V290 GJR registered?

V290 GJR is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 October 1999.

Is V290 GJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V290 GJR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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