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P291 GPD

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

18,876 mi
Last recorded18,876 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP291 GPD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 18,876 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 16,432 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 16,410 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 15,313 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 13,966 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 12,098 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 11,645 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 11,635 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 11,594 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 11,150 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 10,741 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 10,628 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 10,616 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 10,291 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 9,714 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 9,714 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 9,515 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 9,515 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 9,236 miles

front flexi exhaust has been squashed and damaged

Fail 17 Jun 2010 9,236 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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)

front flexi exhaust has been squashed and damaged

oil leak from gear selector

oil leak from rocker cover

Pass 2 Jun 2009 8,667 miles

Slight play in nearside top ball joint

Pass 6 Jun 2008 8,330 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 8,158 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 8,158 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2006 7,475 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 7,475 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 8 Jun 2005 7,378 miles

front number plate cracked

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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P291 GPD is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 P291 GPD, 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 P291 GPD registered?

P291 GPD is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P291 GPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P291 GPD shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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