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R151 WBY

1997 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

44,388 mi
Last recorded44,388 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR151 WBY
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 44,388 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 44,255 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 44,170 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2023 44,170 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 44,125 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2022 44,124 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 41,048 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2020 38,084 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 38,064 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 38,064 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 35,830 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 33,144 miles

all tyres wearing low

Pass 22 Oct 2016 30,224 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 26,756 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2015 26,756 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 22,736 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 17,622 miles

nearside front tyre slightley wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Oct 2012 13,312 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 10,820 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 9,359 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 8,987 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 8,987 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 8,308 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 7,619 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 7,619 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 9,633 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 9,633 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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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R151 WBY is a 1997 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 R151 WBY, 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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What year was R151 WBY registered?

R151 WBY is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R151 WBY safe to buy?

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