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R279 AGV

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2022
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

44,967 mi
Last recorded44,967 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR279 AGV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2022 44,967 miles

Nearside Rear Brake rod excessively worn cable frayed (1.1.15 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill to step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill to step (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected rear sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected side panel to sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 43,757 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 41,193 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 41,193 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 39,547 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/ step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill /side pannel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2019 39,537 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill/ step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill /side pannel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 36,999 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 34,142 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 31,538 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion SILL AND STEP (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 31,538 miles

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion SILL AND STEP (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 28,818 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 28,248 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 27,231 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 25,545 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 25,084 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 23 Jul 2010 24,485 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 24,485 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 23,941 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 23,307 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 23,307 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 22,813 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

rear tyres slightly cracking

Pass 14 Jul 2006 22,289 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 21,981 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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R279 AGV is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R279 AGV, 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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R279 AGV is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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