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P387 PNM

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

87,837 mi
Last recorded87,837 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP387 PNM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Oct 2008 87,837 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

advanced corrosion to front and rear floorpans and both front to rear sills

advanced movement in drivers seat. requires attention

advanced playn/s radius arm bearing. requires attention

n/s front indicator heavily discoloured. requires attention

n/s rear service brake and parking brake effort low

o/s rear tyre worn low

rear number plate in poor condition

rust holes around both front jacking points. requires attention

Pass 21 Sep 2007 83,723 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 76,097 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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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P387 PNM is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P387 PNM, 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 P387 PNM registered?

P387 PNM is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is P387 PNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P387 PNM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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