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P188 FTV

1997 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

6,653 mi
Last recorded6,653 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP188 FTV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 6,653 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 66,536 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 97,981 miles

Rear rear seats and seat belts removed on time of test

Fail 25 Sep 2018 97,981 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear rear seats and seat belts removed on time of test

Pass 1 Sep 2017 89,381 miles

Nearside Front upper suspension ball joint has slight play

Pass 19 Sep 2016 82,039 miles

battery tray corroded

front to rear three way joiner, brake pipe corroded

rear valence corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2015 78,898 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

both front bump stops missing

Pass 20 Sep 2014 77,266 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

offside front suspension bump stop missing

offside rear floor bung missing slightly corroded

Fail 19 Sep 2014 77,266 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

offside front suspension bump stop missing

offside rear floor bung missing slightly corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2013 75,147 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 75,147 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 21 Aug 2012 75,046 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Corrosion on front of n/side floor pan.

Corrosion on o/side and n/side outer cill joints.

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 75,046 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Corrosion on front of n/side floor pan.

Corrosion on o/side and n/side outer cill joints.

Pass 7 Mar 2011 74,971 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 74,650 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 74,649 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 24 Mar 2009 73,691 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 73,691 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 72,894 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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P188 FTV is a 1997 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 P188 FTV, 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 P188 FTV registered?

P188 FTV is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P188 FTV safe to buy?

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