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40 HTM

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,525 mi
Last recorded41,525 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration40 HTM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2012 41,525 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 40,457 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 37,879 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 37,879 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 34,428 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 34,428 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 27,700 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 25,136 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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40 HTM is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 49,150 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 40 HTM, 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 28 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 40 HTM registered?

40 HTM is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 August 1998.

Is 40 HTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 40 HTM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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