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F5 PEA

1999 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

1,505 mi
Last recorded1,505 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF5 PEA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 1,505 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 1,274 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 1,271 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 1,254 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 1,253 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2022 1,251 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 1,249 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 1,225 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 1,223 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 1,214 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 1,208 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 1,199 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 1,191 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 1,172 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 1,172 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 1,171 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 1,149 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 1,095 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 1,042 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 982 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 972 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 954 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 915 miles
Pass 14 May 2005 867 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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F5 PEA is a 1999 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 F5 PEA, 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 F5 PEA registered?

F5 PEA is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is F5 PEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F5 PEA shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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