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R373 BWW

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

51,879 mi
Last recorded51,879 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR373 BWW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 51,879 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 May 2025 51,871 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2025 51,870 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2024 51,840 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 51,840 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2023 51,775 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 51,688 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 51,688 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 51,645 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 51,565 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2020 51,565 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Fail 21 Oct 2020 51,563 miles

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Engine bay engine steady bar bushes worn

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 51,526 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 51,451 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 51,412 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2016 51,334 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Nov 2016 51,334 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2015 51,295 miles

Both rear tyre side walls deteriorated

Fail 27 Oct 2015 51,293 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings subframe (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings subframe (6.1.B.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both starting to perish outer wall (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 51,786 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jun 2014 51,786 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jun 2013 49,934 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 43,942 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 43,942 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 42,467 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 40,312 miles

slight cracks in both rear tyres

Pass 10 Sep 2008 38,594 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 36,946 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 34,500 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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R373 BWW is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 R373 BWW, 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 R373 BWW registered?

R373 BWW is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 October 1997.

Is R373 BWW safe to buy?

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