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R582 CDL

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

2,142 mi
Last recorded2,142 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR582 CDL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 2,142 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 2,140 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 2,138 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 1,588 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 1,586 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 1,296 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 883 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 1 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 82,355 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 81,746 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 81,541 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 70,337 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2008 70,337 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2007 60,457 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 54,594 miles

ADVANCE CORROSION TO REAR SUBFRAME †CORROSION TO BOTH OUTER SILLS

Pass 16 Aug 2005 47,333 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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R582 CDL is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R582 CDL, 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 R582 CDL registered?

R582 CDL is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R582 CDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R582 CDL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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