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N797 OGJ

1995 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1273cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

70,006 mi
Last recorded70,006 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN797 OGJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,273cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 70,006 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2026 70,006 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2025 67,519 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 67,519 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 67,386 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2022 67,386 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 66,926 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 66,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 56,918 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)

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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N797 OGJ is a 1995 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,273cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 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 N797 OGJ, 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 N797 OGJ registered?

N797 OGJ is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is N797 OGJ safe to buy?

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