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M70 COO

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

35,180 mi
Last recorded35,180 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM70 COO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 35,180 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2025 35,149 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 35,133 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 35,117 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 35,047 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 34,995 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 34,922 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 34,780 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 34,158 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 34,121 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 33,713 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 33,713 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 33,166 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 May 2012 32,399 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 31,797 miles

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 May 2010 30,258 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 27,498 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 26,091 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 23,985 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 23,363 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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M70 COO is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 M70 COO, 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 M70 COO registered?

M70 COO is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is M70 COO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M70 COO 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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