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R747 OJW

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,124 mi
Last recorded34,124 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR747 OJW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 14 Aug 2025 34,124 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 33,893 miles

Hazard warning switch appears to be intermittent in operation.

Offside Front Wiper comes away from windscreen at the end of its travel.

Pass 17 Jun 2022 33,675 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 33,462 miles

Headlamp aim tested as flat top beam pattern. no kick up visible on screen

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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R747 OJW is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R747 OJW, 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 R747 OJW registered?

R747 OJW is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R747 OJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R747 OJW shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R747 OJW have outstanding finance?

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