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V740 ETF

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,163 mi
Last recorded22,163 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV740 ETF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 22,163 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 21,966 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 21,841 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 21,722 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 21,639 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 21,382 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 20,868 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 20,381 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 19,392 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 18,983 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 starting to perish (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2015 18,332 miles

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 18,198 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 17,701 miles

Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 17,084 miles

Front Upper Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 16,596 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 15,327 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2009 14,888 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 14,373 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 13,561 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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V740 ETF is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V740 ETF, 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 V740 ETF registered?

V740 ETF is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 December 1999.

Is V740 ETF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V740 ETF shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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