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R928 NGA

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,061 mi
Last recorded53,061 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR928 NGA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 53,061 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2023 52,999 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside bodysill slightly corroded

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2023 52,999 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside bodysill slightly corroded

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 52,935 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 52,822 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 52,807 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 52,680 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 52,021 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 51,988 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 51,988 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 50,221 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 46,712 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 44,311 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 42,775 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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R928 NGA is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R928 NGA, 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 R928 NGA registered?

R928 NGA is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 December 1997.

Is R928 NGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R928 NGA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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