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S650 XAT

2008 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,351 mi
Last recorded71,351 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS650 XAT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 71,351 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2025 71,264 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle Offside rear low (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer holed (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 69,801 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2024 69,778 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively not making full contact with screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2023 68,841 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

fuel filter bracket insecure

Pass 30 Nov 2022 66,125 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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S650 XAT is a 2008 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S650 XAT, 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 18 years old, this Rover Mini is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S650 XAT registered?

S650 XAT is a 2008 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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