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P197 PEV

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

10,452 mi
Last recorded10,452 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP197 PEV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Sep 2013 10,452 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 4,637 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Fail 16 Nov 2012 4,637 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 15 Oct 2012 44,996 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosionon sills

Fail 19 Oct 2011 2,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

both a panels slightly corroded

outer sill slightly corroded

rear valance slighlty corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2011 2,713 miles

Oil leak

both a panels slightly corroded

outer sill slightly corroded

rear valance slighlty corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2010 98,730 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 95,676 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 92,556 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 92,556 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 90,315 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 86,062 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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P197 PEV is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 P197 PEV, 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 P197 PEV registered?

P197 PEV is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is P197 PEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P197 PEV shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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