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K100 PPR

1998 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,385 mi
Last recorded19,385 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK100 PPR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 19,385 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Nov 2021 19,385 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess frayed (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 18,899 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 18,274 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 16,280 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 16,145 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 15,624 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 15,492 miles

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 19 Dec 2012 15,492 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

1>brake and fuel pipes slightly coroded and greased2> black sealent coating under sills3>engine idle speed slightly high4>shock absorbers have a slight reduced damping effect

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Dec 2008 9,517 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2008 9,516 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

Nearside Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 98,023 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 82,977 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 71,956 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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K100 PPR is a 1998 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 K100 PPR, 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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K100 PPR is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 January 1998.

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