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N636 UPE

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,500 mi
Last recorded62,500 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN636 UPE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 62,500 miles

Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play nearside/offside (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front/rear (both sides) (5.2.3 (e))

general under body corrosion

various suspension components bushes perished but no excessive movement

Pass 24 May 2024 61,879 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s & o/s (1.1.11 (c))

general under-body corrosion

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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N636 UPE is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N636 UPE, 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 N636 UPE registered?

N636 UPE is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is N636 UPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N636 UPE shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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