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YUY 43H

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

87,711 mi
Last recorded87,711 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUY 43H
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2024 87,711 miles

sills corroded rear subframe corroded hole in floor n/s

Pass 23 Jan 2023 87,141 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 86,468 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 85,373 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 84,070 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 82,091 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 82,065 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 15 May 2017 79,532 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 76,321 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 71,318 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 57,936 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 66,648 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 65,289 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 62,827 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 60,154 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 57,130 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 53,694 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 51,239 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 48,567 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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YUY 43H is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 YUY 43H, 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 YUY 43H registered?

YUY 43H is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 August 1997.

Is YUY 43H safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUY 43H shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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