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K297 OOR

1993 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

77,337 mi
Last recorded77,337 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2007
Typical for 1993 Rover Mini54,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK297 OOR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2007 77,337 miles

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

Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

nsr tyre cut in outer wall inside limits

rear bumper apron corroded

Fail 22 Feb 2007 77,337 miles

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

Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

nsr tyre cut in outer wall inside limits

rear bumper apron corroded

Fail 10 Jan 2006 77,273 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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K297 OOR is a 1993 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1993 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 54,042 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K297 OOR, 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 33 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K297 OOR registered?

K297 OOR is a 1993 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 February 1993.

Is K297 OOR safe to buy?

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