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R975 TOJ

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

101,099 mi
Last recorded101,099 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR975 TOJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 101,099 miles

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 29 May 2025 99,940 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear subframe, floors and brake pipes corroded

Pass 28 May 2024 99,236 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension bushes perished

Underside corroded

Pass 16 May 2023 98,863 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Surface corrosion to the underside

Pass 26 May 2022 98,687 miles

Surface corrosion to the underside

Pass 22 Apr 2021 98,677 miles

Underside corroded

Fail 12 Apr 2021 98,665 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached Big nut loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached big nut loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Underside corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2019 98,534 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

surface corrosion underside

Pass 21 May 2018 97,809 miles

o/s/f bump stop missing

Fail 18 May 2018 97,801 miles

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

o/s/f bump stop missing

Pass 15 Apr 2017 97,118 miles

Rear inner valance corroded

Rear subframe corroded

Fail 10 Apr 2017 97,118 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear inner valance corroded

Rear subframe corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2016 96,840 miles

Slight corrosion to n/s/f body

Pass 20 Dec 2013 95,534 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 91,583 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 86,321 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 81,149 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 77,969 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 69,231 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 53,067 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 53,067 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nail in tyre

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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R975 TOJ is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R975 TOJ, 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 R975 TOJ registered?

R975 TOJ is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 November 1997.

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