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R883 FFR

1997 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,177 mi
Last recorded80,177 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR883 FFR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 80,177 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 79,363 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 78,579 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 77,323 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 77,322 miles

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 77,171 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 76,517 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 76,516 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2019 75,977 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 74,891 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 74,127 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 74,127 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded front and rear sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened x2 (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 72,421 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 70,900 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 67,964 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 67,964 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 62,751 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 62,532 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 56,684 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 52,618 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 48,003 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 43,768 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 42,121 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 42,121 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 39,698 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 36,140 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 33,370 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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R883 FFR is a 1997 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R883 FFR, 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 R883 FFR registered?

R883 FFR is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 September 1997.

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