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P408 OWU

1996 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,337 mi
Last recorded38,337 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2007
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP408 OWU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2007 38,337 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 35,422 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 31,590 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2005 31,590 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Offside Rear Body or chassis is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

rear boot holed

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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P408 OWU is a 1996 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P408 OWU, 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

How do I check the history of P408 OWU?

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What year was P408 OWU registered?

P408 OWU is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 September 1996.

Is P408 OWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P408 OWU 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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