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R692 ENJ

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,055 mi
Last recorded54,055 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR692 ENJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 54,055 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 54,055 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 53,138 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel bearing has slight play both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 51,187 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Front exhaust flexi damaged slightly (not blowing)

Pass 25 Jun 2019 50,821 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 50,637 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 50,637 miles

Front All direction indicators incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 49,100 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 48,687 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 47,054 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 46,966 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 46,888 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

nearside rear hand brake cable rusty

rear brakes slightly uneven on applicaion

Pass 22 Jun 2010 46,613 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 46,554 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 46,280 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 46,205 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 46,108 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 46,108 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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R692 ENJ is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R692 ENJ, 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 R692 ENJ registered?

R692 ENJ is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R692 ENJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R692 ENJ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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