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V338 RDA

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

79,090 mi
Last recorded79,090 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV338 RDA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 79,090 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 78,737 miles

slight corrosion to brake master cylinder area

stone chip to windscreen

Pass 4 Nov 2023 78,502 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 78,215 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 77,987 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 77,834 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 77,531 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 75,085 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 74,502 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 73,789 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 73,789 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded in engine bay (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 72,055 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 71,158 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 69,716 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 66,168 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 63,426 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 58,469 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 53,951 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 48,564 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 43,979 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 43,979 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 42,319 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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V338 RDA 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 90.9%.

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 V338 RDA, 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 V338 RDA registered?

V338 RDA is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 September 1999.

Is V338 RDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V338 RDA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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