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R971 SOJ

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2024
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

42,939 mi
Last recorded42,939 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR971 SOJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 2 May 2024 42,939 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high When hot (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 42,691 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 42,182 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 41,381 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 26 Apr 2021 41,370 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 4 May 2020 40,669 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2019 39,747 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 39,217 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 39,217 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2017 38,934 miles

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

Fail 24 Aug 2017 38,934 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 38,466 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 37,492 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 37,492 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 36,074 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Aug 2014 36,074 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 34,797 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 34,797 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 33,077 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 30,930 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 29,572 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 29,572 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 27,740 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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R971 SOJ is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R971 SOJ, 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 R971 SOJ registered?

R971 SOJ is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 December 1997.

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