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R227 OCJ

1997 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,262 mi
Last recorded58,262 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2015
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR227 OCJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2015 58,262 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 58,220 miles

Front Discs Scored On Inside Of Discs.

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Brake Binding Slighty.

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 56,978 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Jul 2008 55,090 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 55,050 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 53,094 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 49,144 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

rear exhaust mount is a pair of mole grips

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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R227 OCJ is a 1997 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R227 OCJ, 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 R227 OCJ registered?

R227 OCJ is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R227 OCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R227 OCJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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