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DIG 6618

1997 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

79,108 mi
Last recorded79,108 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 6618
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 79,108 miles

underside covered in protective coating

Pass 5 Sep 2024 78,889 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 78,763 miles

underside coated in protection

Pass 10 Oct 2022 78,560 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 78,470 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2021 78,466 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor and arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor arch and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 77,928 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 77,076 miles

front to rear brake pipe started to corrod

Pass 12 Jun 2017 76,890 miles

front to rear brake pipe started to corrod

Pass 9 Jun 2016 76,763 miles

nearside front upper balljoint slight play/lift

Pass 13 Jun 2015 75,619 miles

Both front upper ball joints are worn

Pass 17 Mar 2014 74,652 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 73,130 miles

both front upper ball joints are worn

Pass 16 Mar 2011 72,390 miles

both front upper ball joints have play

wiper blades require attention

Pass 30 Mar 2010 70,778 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 69,593 miles

offside rear service brake & parking brake performabce low

Fail 1 Apr 2009 69,580 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

offside rear service brake & parking brake performabce low

Fail 16 Jun 2007 79,230 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 79,230 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 70,133 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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DIG 6618 is a 1997 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 51,557 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 DIG 6618, 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 29 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DIG 6618 registered?

DIG 6618 is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is DIG 6618 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIG 6618 shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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