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R602 TDC

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,302 mi
Last recorded48,302 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR602 TDC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 48,302 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 48,301 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 May 2011 48,169 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 48,019 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 47,742 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 47,702 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 47,702 miles

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

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 10 May 2006 45,656 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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R602 TDC is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R602 TDC, 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 R602 TDC registered?

R602 TDC is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1997.

Is R602 TDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R602 TDC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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