MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,939 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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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))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
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))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
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)
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)
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Rover Mini?
Based on 519,169 MOT tests across 45,631 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is R971 SOJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R971 SOJ shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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