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P265 WNL

1997 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2018
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,714 mi
Last recorded19,714 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP265 WNL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2017 19,714 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat mounting (sill) (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat mounting (sill) (5.2.6)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 19,157 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear tyres side wall cracking

Offside Rear tyre side wall cracking

Pass 15 Sep 2015 18,497 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 17,042 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 15,772 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 12,877 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 12,181 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 11,992 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 11,612 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 11,046 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 10,449 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 9,961 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 9,828 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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P265 WNL is a 1997 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P265 WNL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P265 WNL registered?

P265 WNL is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P265 WNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P265 WNL shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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