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SAZ 6079

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,912 mi
Last recorded67,912 miles
Recorded on5 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAZ 6079
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2023 67,912 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 66,639 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 66,193 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 64,001 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 62,233 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases after cat and flexi pipe deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 60,810 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 60,480 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 60,223 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Sep 2014 60,184 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 58,977 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Sep 2013 58,977 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 53,937 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 53,925 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 50,672 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 46,092 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 46,092 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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SAZ 6079 is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SAZ 6079, 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 SAZ 6079 registered?

SAZ 6079 is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is SAZ 6079 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAZ 6079 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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