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H17 BEK

1991 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

77,953 mi
Last recorded77,953 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Rover Mini56,005 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 BEK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 77,953 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 77,783 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 77,598 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 77,378 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 77,266 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 77,042 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 76,791 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 76,457 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 76,122 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 75,867 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 75,468 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 May 2014 74,948 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 74,223 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 74,223 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 74,190 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 73,508 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 73,352 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 72,798 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 72,608 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 72,460 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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H17 BEK is a 1991 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1991 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 56,005 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 H17 BEK, 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 35 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H17 BEK?

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What year was H17 BEK registered?

H17 BEK is a 1991 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 January 1991.

Is H17 BEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 BEK shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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