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G7 PGH

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

9,837 mi
Last recorded9,837 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG7 PGH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 9,837 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 9,667 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 9,615 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 9,535 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 9,436 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 9,382 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 9,314 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 9,310 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 9,248 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 8,955 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 8,476 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 8,061 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2015 8,051 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 17 May 2013 8,045 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 7,931 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 7,930 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 7,675 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 7,622 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 7,503 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 7,295 miles

Battery tray holed due to battery acid

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 6,930 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 6,930 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 6,382 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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G7 PGH is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 G7 PGH, 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 G7 PGH registered?

G7 PGH is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is G7 PGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for G7 PGH shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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