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R231 HDF

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,010 mi
Last recorded58,010 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2006
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 HDF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2006 58,010 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 58,010 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front seat belts twisted

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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R231 HDF is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R231 HDF, 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 R231 HDF registered?

R231 HDF is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R231 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R231 HDF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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