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P37 OLN

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,789 mi
Last recorded81,789 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP37 OLN
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2023 81,789 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 81,549 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 81,056 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 80,309 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 79,009 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 78,648 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 77,971 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 75,130 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 73,566 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 71,216 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 68,327 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 64,671 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 64,315 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2009 64,314 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 60,957 miles

slight play in n/s/f track rod end

Pass 31 May 2007 57,186 miles
Fail 26 May 2007 57,184 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Could not test off side rear wheel bearing for roughness due to brake binding.

Pass 4 Apr 2006 53,206 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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P37 OLN is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P37 OLN, 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 P37 OLN registered?

P37 OLN is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P37 OLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P37 OLN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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