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V915 FCU

1999 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

63,185 mi
Last recorded63,185 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2011
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV915 FCU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2011 63,185 miles

advise both rear sills corroded

advise rear subframe corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2011 63,185 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

advise both rear sills corroded

advise rear subframe corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2010 58,573 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 53,370 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 53,370 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 52,470 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 52,470 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 47,662 miles

both rear tyres slight tear on sidewall

Fail 7 Nov 2007 47,662 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

both rear tyres slight tear on sidewall

Pass 27 Oct 2006 42,822 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 42,822 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

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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V915 FCU is a 1999 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 V915 FCU, 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 V915 FCU registered?

V915 FCU is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V915 FCU safe to buy?

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