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R270 KDS

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,812 mi
Last recorded94,812 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 KDS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 94,812 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Feb 2025 84,707 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 12 Feb 2025 84,707 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 10 Feb 2024 94,618 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 94,588 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 94,280 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 94,046 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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R270 KDS is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R270 KDS, 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 R270 KDS registered?

R270 KDS is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is R270 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R270 KDS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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