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V744 XFC

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,001 mi
Last recorded27,001 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV744 XFC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 27,001 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 26,176 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 25,213 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 24,091 miles

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 23,636 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 23,208 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 21,065 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 21,036 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 14 Nov 2013 21,036 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Oct 2012 20,955 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 20,955 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 20,296 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 20,296 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 19,322 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 18,209 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 18,209 miles

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 6,865 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 15,251 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 13,623 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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V744 XFC 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 78.9%.

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 V744 XFC, 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.

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What year was V744 XFC registered?

V744 XFC is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 November 1999.

Is V744 XFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V744 XFC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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