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P174 GPD

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

58,698 mi
Last recorded58,698 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP174 GPD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2024 58,698 miles

Offside Outer sill panel has slight corrosion

Pass 11 May 2022 58,660 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2022 58,656 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 58,394 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 58,393 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2015 58,353 miles

Horn Slightly Dull sounding; Advise Att

Fail 23 Jul 2015 58,353 miles

Horn Slightly Dull sounding; Advise Att

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 58,022 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 58,011 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 57,853 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 57,358 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2010 57,357 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 2 May 2009 56,955 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 56,367 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 56,367 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 54,629 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 51,666 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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P174 GPD is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1996 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 50,437 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P174 GPD, 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 30 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 P174 GPD registered?

P174 GPD is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 October 1996.

Is P174 GPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P174 GPD shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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