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76 EON

1999 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1310cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

1,627 mi
Last recorded1,627 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration76 EON
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,310cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 1,627 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 1,615 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 1,606 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 1,597 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 1,579 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 1,548 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 1,532 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 1,501 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 1,491 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 14,430 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 1,426 miles

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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (1.1.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 1,424 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 14,167 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 1,391 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 1,382 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 1,378 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 1,364 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 1,364 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 1,343 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 13,340 miles

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

inner right cv boot split

Fail 1 Aug 2008 1,336 miles

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)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

inner right cv boot split

Pass 27 Jun 2007 930 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 351 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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76 EON is a 1999 Rover Mini in White with a 1,310cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 76 EON, 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 76 EON registered?

76 EON is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 December 1999.

Is 76 EON safe to buy?

The MOT history for 76 EON shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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