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R767 BAW

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

21,341 mi
Last recorded21,341 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR767 BAW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 21,341 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 21,254 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 21,141 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 20,919 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 20,825 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Apr 2022 20,825 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 20,648 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 20,508 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Mar 2020 20,508 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 20,280 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Mar 2019 20,279 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 20,012 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 19,435 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 18,389 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 18,018 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 17,771 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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R767 BAW 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 81.3%.

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 R767 BAW, 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 R767 BAW registered?

R767 BAW is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 October 1997.

Is R767 BAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R767 BAW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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