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R473 EAF

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

62,444 mi
Last recorded62,444 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR473 EAF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 62,444 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 62,087 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 61,744 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 61,425 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 61,110 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 61,050 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 61,038 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 60,881 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 60,395 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 59,711 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 59,215 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 58,832 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 58,470 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 54,505 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 50,294 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 50,236 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 49,185 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 47,735 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 44,683 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 40,389 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 35,441 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2005 29,972 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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R473 EAF 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 R473 EAF, 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 R473 EAF registered?

R473 EAF is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is R473 EAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R473 EAF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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