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P187 SYE

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,464 mi
Last recorded14,464 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP187 SYE
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2022 14,464 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 14,428 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 14,260 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2020 13,581 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 12,548 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 11,898 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 11,898 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,833 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 11,399 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 10,623 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 9,895 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 9,895 miles

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

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2006 9,214 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 9,214 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2005 8,425 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 8,423 miles

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

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

Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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P187 SYE is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 P187 SYE, 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 P187 SYE registered?

P187 SYE is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 22 May 1997.

Is P187 SYE safe to buy?

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