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BTT 297L

1972 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,214 mi
Last recorded10,214 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2009
Typical for 1972 Rover Mini53,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTT 297L
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2009 10,214 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 9,941 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 99,409 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

osr drop link

Pass 13 Oct 2006 9,724 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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BTT 297L is a 1972 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 53,299 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 BTT 297L, 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 54 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BTT 297L registered?

BTT 297L is a 1972 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 December 1972.

Is BTT 297L safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTT 297L shows 4 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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