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B8 EMO

1999 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,748 mi
Last recorded50,748 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2023
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 EMO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2023 50,748 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Jul 2014 50,566 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 50,479 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (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)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 50,090 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 50,090 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 10 May 2008 50,089 miles

both front top ball jionts slight play in them both

Pass 15 Jul 2006 50,057 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 49,584 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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B8 EMO is a 1999 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B8 EMO, 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 B8 EMO registered?

B8 EMO is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 February 1999.

Is B8 EMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for B8 EMO 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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