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981 CXV

1998 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,887 mi
Last recorded35,887 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration981 CXV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 35,887 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 35,592 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 35,250 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 35,070 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 34,639 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 34,264 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 33,981 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 33,655 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 33,186 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 32,747 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 32,434 miles

oil leak on engine

Pass 13 Apr 2015 32,025 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 32,025 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 31,549 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 31,073 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 30,649 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 30,348 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 29,988 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 29,536 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 29,112 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 27,634 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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981 CXV is a 1998 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 981 CXV, 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

How do I check the history of 981 CXV?

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What year was 981 CXV registered?

981 CXV is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is 981 CXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 981 CXV shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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