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P260 AAB

1997 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

58,141 mi
Last recorded58,141 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP260 AAB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 58,141 miles

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 58,106 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 56,977 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 55,099 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 53,028 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 51,478 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 50,202 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 49,314 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 47,500 miles

Nearside Rear Foot and handbrake low efficiency

Pass 31 Jan 2018 45,034 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 42,753 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 41,141 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 39,312 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 37,181 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 35,389 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 33,323 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 32,150 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 29,520 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 27,410 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 26,361 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 23,049 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 20,657 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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P260 AAB is a 1997 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P260 AAB, 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 P260 AAB registered?

P260 AAB is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is P260 AAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P260 AAB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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