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MUI 616

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,793 mi
Last recorded48,793 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUI 616
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 48,793 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 48,639 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 48,135 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 47,753 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion underbody floor & boot well (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 May 2016 47,429 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 47,065 miles

exhaust flexi pipe deteriorating

handbrake high

rear exhaust rubber broke

slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 19 Jun 2013 46,225 miles

corrosion to underbody of vehicle

exhaust deteriorating on the flexi pipe

fuel filter pipes corroding

rear exhaust rubbers deteriorating

slight corrosion to brake pipes

slight movement in o/s/r sub-frame

slight oil leak on engine

Fail 19 Jun 2013 46,225 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion to underbody of vehicle

exhaust deteriorating on the flexi pipe

fuel filter pipes corroding

rear exhaust rubbers deteriorating

slight corrosion to brake pipes

slight movement in o/s/r sub-frame

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 17 Aug 2011 45,991 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2011 45,989 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 45,431 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 45,082 miles

slight play in the o/s/r wheel bearing

vehicle overheated

Fail 30 May 2009 45,082 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

slight play in the o/s/r wheel bearing

vehicle overheated

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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MUI 616 is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MUI 616, 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 MUI 616 registered?

MUI 616 is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 February 1997.

Is MUI 616 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUI 616 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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