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M18 TAP

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,608 mi
Last recorded20,608 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM18 TAP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2020 20,608 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 20,608 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 20,605 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 38,812 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 20,428 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 20,424 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 20,424 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 20,367 miles

Oil leak

srs waring light on dash

Pass 8 Jun 2009 20,306 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 19,840 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2008 19,834 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 19,153 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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M18 TAP is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M18 TAP, 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 M18 TAP registered?

M18 TAP is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is M18 TAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M18 TAP shows 12 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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