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M97 ORX

1995 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,797 mi
Last recorded50,797 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM97 ORX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 50,797 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2025 50,258 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 49,956 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 49,640 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 49,345 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 49,150 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 48,872 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 48,375 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 47,388 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Aug 2018 47,387 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 46,677 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 45,863 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 44,859 miles

Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both top both front (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 44,859 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint n/s/f (2.5.B.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working o/s/r (1.3.2b)

Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both top both front (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 42,607 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 40,003 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 37,635 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 37,635 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 35,139 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 35,139 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 33,000 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 33,000 miles

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 30,053 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 30,051 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 26,512 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 21,759 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 21,759 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 18,389 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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M97 ORX is a 1995 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,922 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 M97 ORX, 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 31 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 M97 ORX registered?

M97 ORX is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 March 1995.

Is M97 ORX safe to buy?

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