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P355 DTV

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2008
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

91,764 mi
Last recorded91,764 miles
Recorded on8 May 2007
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP355 DTV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2007 91,764 miles

wipers working one speed only.

Fail 4 May 2007 91,764 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Sub-frame cracked (2.4.G.1)

Wipers working 1 speed only.

Fail 4 Apr 2007 91,764 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

wipers working,1 speed only.

Fail 12 Aug 2006 86,882 miles

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2006 86,882 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 85,408 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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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P355 DTV is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1996 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 50,437 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P355 DTV, 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 30 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P355 DTV registered?

P355 DTV is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 September 1996.

Is P355 DTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P355 DTV shows 6 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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