1999 Rover MINI 1.3L Petrol · T560 KCL
1999 Rover MINI (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 1999. Recorded mileage 33,815 miles. MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER MINI
- Year / Origin
- 1999
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 33,815 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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T560 KCL Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/04/2026
- 33,815 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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T560 KCL Mileage History
- 30/04/202532,864 mi
- 30/04/202532,864 mi
- 30/04/202633,815 mi+951 mi
Average of roughly 952 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
T560 KCL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Rover Mini (T560 KCL) between April 2025 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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Our Verdict
This 1999 Rover Mini is a presentable la
Given the vehicle passed its April 2026 MOT after a failure on the same day, ask the seller for receipts confirming what was actually rectified. The horn, stop lamp and washer issues from the failure list are relatively inexpensive fixes, but they suggest the car may have been off the road or neglected prior to that test, so verify the timing of the work. The recurring nearside front wheel bearing advisory across both 2025 and 2026 tests indicates the component has not been replaced, and a rebuild or replacement typically costs £150–£300 from a Mini specialist, so factor this into any offer.
The sill corrosion advisory is more concerning on a 27-year-old Mini, as outer sills are a known rust hotspot on the model and surface rust today often hides deeper rot. Inspect the nearside sill with a magnet or by lifting the carpet in the boot and footwell, and budget for welding (often £400–£800) if more than surface corrosion is found. Service history is not provided in the data, so request any old invoices, especially for the 1275cc engine's ignition and cooling system, which are the lifelines of these cars. With only two MOT records available, the provenance between 1999 and 2025 is essentially undocumented in the data you have.
The 1275cc Rover Mini returns roughly 35–45 mpg in real-world use depending on driving style, which remains competitive even against modern city cars. Road tax for a pre-2001 petrol of this engine size sits in a low historic-vehicle-style bracket, and with a current MOT the £165 annual VED rate applies, though classic-car insurance through a specialist is essential. Insurance is typically very affordable in low groupings (often group 2–4), but agreed-value policies for a 1999 Mini can range from £150 to £400 per year depending on declared value and usage.
Maintenance is where Minis bite: parts are cheap but labour at a specialist adds up, and the A-series engine benefits from regular oil and ignition tuning. Budget around £300–£500 per year for routine servicing plus tyres, with the wheel bearing and any welding work potentially adding £200–£1,000 in the first year of ownership. Estimated annual running cost: £800–£1,200 inclusive of fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance.
Start with the items flagged on the MOT history: check the nearside front wheel bearing for play by rocking the wheel at 12 and 6 o'clock with the car jacked, and listen for a humming noise on the road. Inspect the nearside outer sill closely for bubbling paint or holes, and repeat the check on the offside and rear wheel arches, as Mini sills rust from the inside out. The brake light switch and horn faults from the failed test are quick to verify by operating the brake pedal and pressing the horn yourself on the test drive.
Beyond the recorded items, examine the subframes (front and rear) for corrosion, as these are structural elements that can fail an MOT and cost £500+ to repair. Check for oil leaks from the 1275 A-series engine, particularly from the timing cover and rear main seal, and confirm the cooling system is healthy with no white smoke or mayonnaise under the oil cap. Finally, test all electrical items including wipers, washers, indicators and the heater fan, because the failed test's washer and electrical faults hint that general electrics may need attention on a car of this age.
This T-reg Rover Mini is a 1275cc petrol example first registered in July 1999, currently showing 33,815 miles across two recorded MOT tests. The most recent test in April 2026 passed, but only after a prior failed test on the same date addressed a non-working horn, brake lights sticking on, and an inoperative windscreen washer. Both tests flagged nearside front wheel bearing play and the 2025 test noted surface rust on the nearside outer sill, suggesting items that have not been fully resolved between visits.
Aggregate MOT reliability data is not available for the Rover Mini in the supplied dataset, so no fleet-wide reliability benchmark can be quoted. Anecdotally, the 1275cc A-series engine is mechanically robust if maintained, but the model's age means corrosion and electrical wear are the dominant concerns rather than engine failure.
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