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P394 MOR

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,722 mi
Last recorded50,722 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2012
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP394 MOR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2012 50,722 miles

Corrosion!

Front brake discs slightly corroded!

Fuel pipes corroded!

Both front brake pads worn low

Handbrake has little reserve travel

NS front gator insecure but retaining greese!

Steering rack appears damp!

Windcreen cracked!

Pass 7 Sep 2010 48,254 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 48,254 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 43,316 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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P394 MOR is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P394 MOR, 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 P394 MOR registered?

P394 MOR is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P394 MOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P394 MOR shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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