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P26 WNS

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,916 mi
Last recorded69,916 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP26 WNS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2024 69,916 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 69,601 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 69,354 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 89,122 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 68,003 miles

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

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 11 Dec 2007 68,002 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 9 Dec 2006 59,645 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 59,645 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 59,644 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake clevis joint locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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P26 WNS is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P26 WNS, 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 P26 WNS registered?

P26 WNS is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P26 WNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P26 WNS shows 9 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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