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P11 POW

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,154 mi
Last recorded37,154 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP11 POW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 37,154 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 36,850 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 36,350 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 35,762 miles

SUSPECT

Pass 14 Sep 2017 35,199 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 35,197 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 34,265 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 33,904 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 33,148 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 32,375 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 311,737 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 31,182 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 31,181 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 30,726 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 29,318 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 28,235 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 27,411 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 26,637 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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P11 POW is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P11 POW, 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 P11 POW registered?

P11 POW is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P11 POW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P11 POW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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