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G17 RDY

1998 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

42,184 mi
Last recorded42,184 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG17 RDY
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 42,184 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 41,885 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 41,856 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 41,622 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 39,131 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2015 39,119 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 39,010 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 39,009 miles

Nearside Front Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Axle has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s rear shockabsorber weak.

Pass 26 Sep 2012 39,008 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

front suspension almost on bumpstops.

Pass 21 Sep 2011 39,005 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 39,005 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 38,967 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 38,807 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 38,766 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 36,814 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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G17 RDY is a 1998 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 G17 RDY, 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.

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What year was G17 RDY registered?

G17 RDY is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is G17 RDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for G17 RDY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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