Rover Mini MK VIN Decoder

Enter the 17-character VIN of your Rover Mini MK to see the factory basics. Free, with no registration.

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How to use the decoder

01

Find the VIN

Look on the dashboard, the driver's door frame or in the registration document.

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Enter it above

Type all 17 characters. The letters I, O and Q are never used in a VIN.

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Read the result

See the factory basics for free, and order a full report for the history behind the VIN.

About the Rover Mini MK

A VIN of the model Rover Mini MK is 17 characters long, and the free decoder translates it into manufacturer, model year and country of manufacture. Our records for the model Rover Mini MK run over 1990 - 2000 and include 2 versions in total. They come as Hatchback, Convertible, with power listed as 63 hp. The VIN reveals the manufacturer, the model year and the country where the car was built. If the maker codes it, the 11th character also points to the assembly plant.

Keep in mind that a decoded VIN says nothing about a vehicle's past: no accidents, no mileage, no theft flags and no owner list are stored in it. When you look at a car Rover Mini MK, compare the VIN stamped or printed on the vehicle with the one in the registration papers, character by character. A single differing character is a reason to ask questions.

Rover Mini MK versions

Versions and generations in our data. Use the VIN to confirm which one you have.

VersionYearsBodyPower
Rover Mini MK I1990 - 2000Hatchback41 - 63 hp
Rover Mini MK I Cabrio1992 - 1995Convertible63 hp

Model year characters for the Rover Mini MK

The 10th character of the VIN is the model year. For the Rover Mini MK, with model years 1990 - 2000 in our data, these are the characters to expect. The letters repeat every 30 years, so always confirm the year against the car itself.

  • 1990L
  • 1991M
  • 1992N
  • 1993P
  • 1994R
  • 1995S
  • 1996T
  • 1997V
  • 1998W
  • 1999X
  • 2000Y

What the VIN reveals about a Rover Mini MK

  • The manufacturer and brand (Rover)
  • The model year
  • The country of manufacture
  • The assembly plant, when it is coded
  • The vehicle type and body style, where the manufacturer encodes it
  • Engine and model details, where available
  • Whether the VIN structure and check digit are valid

Where to find the VIN

  • 1

    Dashboard

    On the driver's side, visible through the windshield.

  • 2

    Driver's door frame

    On a sticker on the door frame or the edge of the door.

  • 3

    Registration document

    Printed in the vehicle registration or title.

  • 4

    Engine bay or chassis

    Stamped on the firewall or the frame on many models.

Learn more about VINs

A VIN is built from six parts, and each one says something about the vehicle. Our guides explain how to read it and what it can and cannot tell you.

Before you buy a used Rover Mini MK

  • Compare the VIN on the dashboard, the door frame and the documents. All three should match.
  • Look for signs of tampering around the VIN plate and the door frame sticker.
  • Ask for the service history and check it against the car.
  • Run a full history report to see recorded damage, mileage and theft records.

Decode your Rover Mini MK VIN for free

Enter the 17-character VIN and see the factory basics in seconds.

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Frequently asked questions

In which years was the Rover Mini MK built?

Our data lists model years 1990 - 2000 across 2 versions of the Rover Mini MK. The VIN of a particular car shows its model year in the 10th character.

Which VIN character shows the model year of a Rover Mini MK?

It is the 10th character. For the Rover Mini MK the characters to expect are L (1990), M (1991), N (1992), P (1993), R (1994), S (1995), T (1996), V (1997), W (1998), X (1999), Y (2000).

How many versions of the Rover Mini MK are in your data?

2 versions, in 2 body styles, with power up to 63 hp. Use the VIN to confirm which one you have.

Where is the VIN located on the car Rover Mini MK?

The usual places are the dashboard just under the windshield, the frame of the driver's door and the registration document. Compare them with each other.

Does the free decoder show the accident history of the model Rover Mini MK?

No. Accident history is not part of the VIN. The decoder returns manufacturer, model year and country of manufacture, while damage records come from a paid vehicle history report.

Is decoding the VIN of the model Rover Mini MK free?

Yes. Decoding is free and you do not need to register. Enter the 17 characters and the result appears right away.