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P239 HVP

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

67,082 mi
Last recorded67,082 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP239 HVP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 67,082 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 66,553 miles

Central Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2025 66,553 miles

Central Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 66,339 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Jun 2024 66,339 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 May 2019 66,325 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

dash lights bad earth

fuel pipe to fuel filter corroded slightly

Fail 24 May 2019 66,325 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability front (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

dash lights bad earth

fuel pipe to fuel filter corroded slightly

Pass 26 Apr 2018 66,272 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

Fail 19 Apr 2018 66,272 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

exhaust system deteriorated

n/s/f spot light not working

Pass 10 Aug 2016 66,237 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 66,237 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 65,830 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 65,830 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Both sides sill panels at front corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2005 64,026 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 64,026 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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P239 HVP is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 P239 HVP, 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 P239 HVP registered?

P239 HVP is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P239 HVP safe to buy?

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