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V851 FGJ

1999 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

38,097 mi
Last recorded38,097 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV851 FGJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 38,097 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished and cracked in tread area

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Aug 2016 38,039 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement forward (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front hole in outer sill

Nearside Rear tyre perished and cracked tread area

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 36,264 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2015 36,264 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

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

both fromt floor pans damaged

Fail 14 Dec 2012 33,029 miles

Airbag light on

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 33,029 miles

Airbag light on

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

Pass 21 Dec 2011 29,906 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 29,906 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

airbag light on

Pass 7 Jan 2011 27,241 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 27,234 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

airbag tell tale light on

Pass 17 Jun 2009 25,325 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 25,325 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 22,859 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 21,832 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 21,832 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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V851 FGJ is a 1999 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V851 FGJ, 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 V851 FGJ registered?

V851 FGJ is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 October 1999.

Is V851 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V851 FGJ shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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