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P407 AWV

1996 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,686 mi
Last recorded28,686 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP407 AWV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 28,686 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 28,488 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 28,484 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2014 28,479 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 27,481 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 27,458 miles

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

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

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

Coolant leak

Pass 29 Jun 2012 25,917 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 25,863 miles

o/s/f small splits to side wall

Pass 1 Jul 2010 24,458 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 24,310 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 24,308 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 24,299 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 24,298 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 24,277 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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P407 AWV is a 1996 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 P407 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 30 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 P407 AWV registered?

P407 AWV is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is P407 AWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P407 AWV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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