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R432 HJW

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

33,829 mi
Last recorded33,829 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR432 HJW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 33,829 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 33,822 miles

eng and ball joints damp

Pass 12 Jul 2024 33,269 miles

minor oil leak

Pass 27 Jul 2023 33,190 miles

engine damp

o/s/r shocker damp

Pass 26 Jul 2022 33,043 miles

minor blow front rear box joint

minor oil leak

Pass 26 Jul 2021 32,700 miles

engine damp

Pass 24 Jul 2020 32,575 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 32,113 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 30,951 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 29,755 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 28,006 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 25,684 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 24,420 miles

front pads low

Pass 13 Jul 2013 23,345 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 22,192 miles

very slight judder front brakes , front pads getting low, front exhaust flxy deteriating & slight blow

Pass 7 Jul 2011 21,049 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Fail 25 Jun 2011 21,006 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside headlight aim on top limit

Oil leak

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 19,978 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 18,665 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 17,295 miles

o/s/f tyre nearing limits/rear exhaust box slight blow/both hub bearings slight play/slight bow in o/s tie bar

Pass 31 May 2007 13,904 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 May 2006 10,698 miles

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

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

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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R432 HJW is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R432 HJW, 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 R432 HJW registered?

R432 HJW is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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