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V975 HNK

1999 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,124 mi
Last recorded44,124 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV975 HNK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 44,124 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 44,124 miles

Headlamp aim too high offside and nearside (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2024 44,118 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened in corner by radius arm mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened in corner by radius arm mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front shock absorber bushes deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill /floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor in both corners has corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both front and rear plates deteriorated (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 May 2022 43,678 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 42,938 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 41,756 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 38,335 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 34,855 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 31,724 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 28,903 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 28,903 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 25,235 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 20,503 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 12,806 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 3,574 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 95,309 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 87,118 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 78,319 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 70,124 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 63,657 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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V975 HNK is a 1999 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V975 HNK, 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 V975 HNK registered?

V975 HNK is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 November 1999.

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