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R17 SMJ

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,727 mi
Last recorded69,727 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR17 SMJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 69,727 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 69,153 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 68,398 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 67,589 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 59,269 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 52,983 miles

slight play ,osf,nsf swivals

Pass 14 Mar 2008 50,826 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 50,826 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 3 Mar 2007 48,540 miles

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

Offside A panel corroded outside prescribed area

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 21 Feb 2007 48,491 miles

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside A panel excessivly corroded outside prescribed area

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 39,087 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 39,087 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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R17 SMJ is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R17 SMJ, 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 R17 SMJ registered?

R17 SMJ is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R17 SMJ safe to buy?

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