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DCR 6W

1997 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

35,075 mi
Last recorded35,075 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCR 6W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 35,075 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 35,075 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 34,684 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 34,583 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight surface rust by drain hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 34,342 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp defective connector corroded from reservoir cap (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed too close nsf suspension arm steady rod (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 33,901 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 33,898 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin cat heat shield over heating and smoke from it entering cabin via gearshift and park brake assembly (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 33,648 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 33,416 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 32,561 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 30,867 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 29,068 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 29,068 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 26,519 miles

Nearside Front tyre has splits in side wall

Nearside Rear tyre has splits in side wall

Offside Front tyre has splits in side wall

Offside Front wheel bearing slightly noisey

Offside Rear tyre has splits in side wall

Pass 11 Jun 2015 25,167 miles

nearside front wheel bearing noisey but not rough when rotated

Pass 10 Jun 2014 23,953 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2013 22,779 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 21,862 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 20,967 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 20,963 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 21 May 2010 19,871 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 19 May 2009 18,322 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 16,335 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 16,335 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 May 2007 14,790 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,538 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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DCR 6W is a 1997 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 DCR 6W, 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 DCR 6W registered?

DCR 6W is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is DCR 6W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DCR 6W shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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