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V812 GAG

1999 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

60,778 mi
Last recorded60,778 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV812 GAG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 60,778 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 58,956 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 55,734 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2022 51,837 miles

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

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

Fail 27 May 2022 51,837 miles

Nearside Steering locking device ineffective track rod lock nut loose (2.1.3 (d))

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

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

Fail 3 May 2022 51,807 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor excessively corroded (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor excessively corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear low effort from parking brake

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 50,111 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 46,937 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 46,788 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 46,484 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 46,484 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 46,096 miles

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (2.4.A.3)

Fail 30 Mar 2016 46,085 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive boot floor (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 46,066 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 45,800 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 43,863 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 43,863 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 11 Apr 2012 42,027 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 40,307 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 39,070 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 36,181 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 33,594 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 30,081 miles

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Apr 2007 30,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 26,055 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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V812 GAG is a 1999 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 V812 GAG, 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 V812 GAG registered?

V812 GAG is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V812 GAG safe to buy?

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