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GCZ 433

1998 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

70,647 mi
Last recorded70,647 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 433
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 70,647 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 69,497 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 68,430 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 67,317 miles

Front exhaust flexible section deteriorating

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 67,306 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front suspension arm very close to bump stop recommend attention

SRS warning light not working

battery seems weak

Pass 1 May 2021 65,957 miles
Fail 1 May 2021 65,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2020 65,363 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 65,298 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 46,579 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 44,897 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 43,027 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 40,961 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 37,897 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 37,897 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 32,608 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Mar 2007 32,608 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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GCZ 433 is a 1998 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GCZ 433, 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 GCZ 433?

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What year was GCZ 433 registered?

GCZ 433 is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is GCZ 433 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GCZ 433 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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