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R792 UKP

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,334 mi
Last recorded52,334 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR792 UKP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 52,334 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 51,031 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 49,282 miles

all the rear under side of the vehicle has been under coated with sealant

signs of perishing on both the front shock bottom rubber bushs

slight travel on the parking brake, may require adjustment soon

sligt play in the offside rear wheel

Pass 16 Jan 2013 46,902 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 44,923 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 42,566 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 40,977 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008
Fail 1 Jun 2006 34,290 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

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

Offside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 34,290 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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R792 UKP is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R792 UKP, 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 R792 UKP registered?

R792 UKP is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R792 UKP safe to buy?

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