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R719 TTS

1997 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

96,054 mi
Last recorded96,054 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR719 TTS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,270cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 96,054 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 94,611 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 92,951 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 92,951 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 89,394 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 89,240 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 15 May 2014 89,233 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

Both Front SubFrame Front Most (O/S & N/S Tear Drop Mountings) Split

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 81,242 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 70,253 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 70,248 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 58,422 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 58,422 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 12 Oct 2010 58,348 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2010 58,348 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 58,155 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 57,135 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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R719 TTS is a 1997 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R719 TTS, 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 R719 TTS registered?

R719 TTS is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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