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R110 VES

1997 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,235 mi
Last recorded24,235 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR110 VES
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 24,235 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 24,126 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 24,035 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 23,975 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 23,272 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight oil leak

Pass 14 May 2014 22,910 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 22,292 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 21,896 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 19,849 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 18,051 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 17,610 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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R110 VES is a 1997 Rover Mini in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 R110 VES, 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 R110 VES registered?

R110 VES is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R110 VES safe to buy?

The MOT history for R110 VES shows 11 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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