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V503 HHJ

1999 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

25,000 mi
Last recorded25,000 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV503 HHJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 25,000 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 24,962 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 24,931 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 24,894 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 24,799 miles

Offside Front washer jet need some attestations

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 24,709 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2017 24,388 miles

Oil leak

Pass 23 Feb 2016 24,084 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 23,562 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 21,937 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 19,605 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 19,605 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 17,587 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 16,415 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 16,415 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 14,121 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 11,369 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 10,875 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2007 10,301 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 9,901 miles

Nearside 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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V503 HHJ is a 1999 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 V503 HHJ, 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 V503 HHJ registered?

V503 HHJ is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 September 1999.

Is V503 HHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V503 HHJ shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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