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P348 PYD

1997 Rover Mini

Turquoise Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,446 mi
Last recorded34,446 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP348 PYD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 34,446 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 33,274 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 32,177 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 29,805 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 27,426 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 25,587 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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P348 PYD is a 1997 Rover Mini in Turquoise with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P348 PYD, 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 P348 PYD registered?

P348 PYD is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P348 PYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P348 PYD shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P348 PYD have outstanding finance?

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