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R920 GGO

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,963 mi
Last recorded56,963 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR920 GGO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 56,963 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 55,785 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 53,595 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 50,226 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 49,698 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 48,917 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 46,195 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 44,407 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2015 44,072 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 41,380 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 40,936 miles

n/s front sill corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2012 39,326 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 31,326 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 37,671 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 35,837 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 34,282 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 32,635 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 31,222 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 28,969 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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R920 GGO is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 R920 GGO, 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 R920 GGO registered?

R920 GGO is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R920 GGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R920 GGO shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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