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GCZ 144

1998 Rover Mini Cooper

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

80,689 mi
Last recorded80,689 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 144
MakeRover
ModelMini Cooper
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 80,689 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2024 80,473 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 80,401 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 79,382 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2022 78,779 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 78,075 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2021 78,052 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 77,377 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2018 77,284 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2018
Fail 8 Nov 2018 77,204 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2018 77,173 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 77,135 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Mini Cooper?

Based on 473 MOT tests across 112 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
317
Miles/Year
112
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 4
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4
fog lamp not working 4
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3
Direction indicator incorrect colour 3
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GCZ 144 is a 1998 Rover Mini Cooper in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

The most common reason a Rover Mini Cooper fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GCZ 144, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GCZ 144?

You can check the full history of GCZ 144 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GCZ 144 registered?

GCZ 144 is a 1998 Rover Mini Cooper, first registered on 16 December 1998.

Is GCZ 144 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCZ 144 shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GCZ 144 have outstanding finance?

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