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P269 VWV

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,855 mi
Last recorded38,855 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP269 VWV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2012 38,855 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 37,779 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2011 37,779 miles

Offside Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 37,762 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2010

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 37,113 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 35,663 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2008 35,663 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 34,653 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 32,557 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2007 32,557 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 30,135 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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P269 VWV is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P269 VWV, 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 P269 VWV registered?

P269 VWV is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 February 1997.

Is P269 VWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P269 VWV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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