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P373 AWV

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

41,371 mi
Last recorded41,371 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP373 AWV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 41,371 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 41,336 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake servo damaged but function not impaired rusting (1.1.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 41,287 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 40,992 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 40,225 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 39,068 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 37,863 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 37,006 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 36,813 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 36,526 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 36,218 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 35,242 miles

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

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

advise front floor pan o/s is rusty

advise n/s/r subframe is rusty

Pass 12 Jan 2012 33,971 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 31,754 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 30,129 miles

advise rusty sills

Pass 13 Feb 2008 28,058 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 25,583 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 22,959 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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P373 AWV is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P373 AWV, 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 P373 AWV registered?

P373 AWV is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P373 AWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P373 AWV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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