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21 DYG

1997 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,192 mi
Last recorded64,192 miles
Recorded on12 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration21 DYG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2023 64,192 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2010 63,218 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 58,547 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 4 Mar 2008 51,863 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 51,863 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 47,759 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 40,391 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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21 DYG is a 1997 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 21 DYG, 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 21 DYG registered?

21 DYG is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is 21 DYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 21 DYG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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