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R426 AOT

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,372 mi
Last recorded31,372 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR426 AOT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 31,372 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 31,273 miles

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

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Shock bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 26 Mar 2025 31,273 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Shock bushes perished (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 30,915 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 30,906 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 30,272 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 30,219 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 30,108 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 29,986 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2020 29,986 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 29,681 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2019 29,655 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 28,954 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 28,933 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2016 26,378 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 26,199 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2015 26,178 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 25,811 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 25,774 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 25,773 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 25,651 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 25,457 miles

boot floor starting to corrode

emmissions passed on 2nd attempt

n/s outer sill starting to corrode

rear number plate starting to dis-colour

rear tyres sidewalls starting to perish

slight corrosion starting on rear subframe

slight pinhole blow in downpipe flexi joint

Pass 10 Jun 2008 24,989 miles

catalyst takes long time to warm up to pass emissions

o/s boot floor starting to corrode

rear tyres starting to perish on sidewalls

rust bubbling on outer sills

slight engine oil leak

upper engine steady bushes starting to wear

Pass 14 Jun 2007 22,458 miles

o/s boot floor starting to corrode

rear tyres starting to perish on inner walls

slight corrosion starting on rear subframe

slight oil leak on gear selector oil seal

Fail 12 Jun 2007 22,452 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

gear selector oil seal leaking

o/s boot floor starting to corrode

rear tyres starting to perish on inner sidewalls

slight corrosion starting on rear subframe

Pass 9 Jun 2006 20,571 miles

front suspension close to bumpstops

o/s/f tyre wearing unevenly

o/s/r boot floor starting to corrode

slight play in n/s/f upper balljoint

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 8 Jun 2006 20,571 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front suspension close to bumpstops

o/s/f tyre wearing unevenly

o/s/r boot floor starting to corrode

slight play in n/s/f upper balljoint

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

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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R426 AOT is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 R426 AOT, 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 R426 AOT registered?

R426 AOT is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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