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R35 MDS

1997 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,693 mi
Last recorded23,693 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR35 MDS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2013 23,693 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 23,608 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 23,164 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 22,548 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2010 22,548 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 22,338 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2009 21,650 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2009 21,650 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 20,983 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 20,075 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 20,075 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 19,351 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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R35 MDS is a 1997 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R35 MDS, 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 R35 MDS registered?

R35 MDS is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R35 MDS safe to buy?

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