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JOI 24

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,877 mi
Last recorded19,877 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJOI 24
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 19,877 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 18,532 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 15,747 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2015 9,504 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 6,477 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 6,435 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2012 6,434 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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JOI 24 is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour 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 JOI 24, 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 JOI 24 registered?

JOI 24 is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is JOI 24 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JOI 24 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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