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R156 BCC

1997 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

6,721 mi
Last recorded6,721 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR156 BCC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 6,721 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 6,376 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 6,284 miles

Suspension component damaged but not seriously weakened suspension sits low all rubber cone units worn aged (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres aged and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 6,248 miles

Both front indicator bulbs starting to discolour

Nearside front tyre starting to crack on inner sidewall

Nearside rear tyre starting to crack on inner sidewall

Pass 7 Oct 2021 6,224 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 6,154 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 6,100 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 5,867 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 5,767 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 5,635 miles

All tyres aged (cracks in tread)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 5,635 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

All tyres aged (cracks in tread)

Nearside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 5,406 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 5,300 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 5,289 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 5,267 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 5,227 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 5,171 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 5,146 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 5,123 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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R156 BCC is a 1997 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R156 BCC, 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 R156 BCC registered?

R156 BCC is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R156 BCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R156 BCC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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