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V294 LAB

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,539 mi
Last recorded63,539 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV294 LAB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 63,539 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 61,913 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 61,273 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 57,881 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 54,938 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 54,938 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 54,831 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 54,831 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 53,013 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 48,690 miles

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

slight play at n/s/f wheel

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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V294 LAB is a 1999 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V294 LAB, 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 V294 LAB registered?

V294 LAB is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 October 1999.

Is V294 LAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V294 LAB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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