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R29 CGG

1997 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,590 mi
Last recorded96,590 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 CGG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 96,590 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 96,554 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 96,456 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material too rear at the front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 May 2018 95,334 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 94,655 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 91,837 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

interior mirror is missing.

Fail 12 Aug 2015 91,837 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

interior mirror is missing.

Pass 10 Jul 2014 87,437 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 86,023 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 83,536 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 81,192 miles

O/S/F Brake Disc Inner Surface 50% Corroded

Major Oil Leak From Dislodged GearBox Selector Rod Seal

Oil leak

Fail 21 May 2011 81,190 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

O/S/F Brake Disc Inner Surface 50% Corroded

Major Oil Leak From Dislodged GearBox Selector Rod Seal

Oil leak

Pass 22 May 2010 78,990 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 May 2010 78,988 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Dust / Grease Cover Of N/S/F Knuckle Joint Is Insecure

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 76,376 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 71,401 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 69,510 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 65,450 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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R29 CGG is a 1997 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R29 CGG, 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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R29 CGG is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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