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R109 FKH

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests25 (14 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate56%

Mileage

63,094 mi
Last recorded63,094 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR109 FKH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 11 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2022 63,094 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 62,583 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 61,752 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 61,728 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floorpan, outer body sill and inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floorpan, outer body sill and inner arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Stop lamp not working Both (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside front suspension is low

Pass 23 Jun 2016 60,707 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 60,606 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front, centre and rear (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 59,536 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 59,536 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 57,979 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 57,954 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 56,392 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 56,351 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 54,295 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2012 54,295 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front tyres are wearing unevenly

Pass 27 Jun 2011 52,552 miles

front registration plate is damaged

Fail 10 Jun 2011 52,486 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front registration plate is damaged.

Pass 10 Jun 2010 50,407 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2010 50,407 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front registration plate is damaged.

Pass 24 Jun 2009 48,430 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 48,400 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 46,650 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 46,602 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 43,845 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 40,571 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 40,567 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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R109 FKH is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56%.

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 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 R109 FKH, 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.

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R109 FKH is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 August 1997.

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