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R451 ULH

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,554 mi
Last recorded17,554 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 ULH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Oct 2020 17,554 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 17,539 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 17,438 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 17,362 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING IN SIDE EDGE SLIGHT BLOW FROM EXHAUST FLEX LIPE

Pass 5 Oct 2016 17,257 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 17,176 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 17,056 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 16,960 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 16,908 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Oct 2011 16,713 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 16,528 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 16,229 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 16,024 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 15,213 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 14,030 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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R451 ULH is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R451 ULH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R451 ULH registered?

R451 ULH is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R451 ULH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R451 ULH shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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