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R793 AKM

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

6,548 mi
Last recorded6,548 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR793 AKM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 6,548 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 6,245 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2024 6,004 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 5,941 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 5,838 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 5,826 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 5,825 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 5,818 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 5,774 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 5,737 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 5,662 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 5,655 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 5,646 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 5,633 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 5,533 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 5,306 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 5,143 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2009 4,933 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 4,709 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 4,534 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 4,314 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 4,314 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2005 4,115 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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R793 AKM is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 R793 AKM, 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 R793 AKM registered?

R793 AKM is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is R793 AKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R793 AKM shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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