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P430 RMA

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

95,088 mi
Last recorded95,088 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP430 RMA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 95,088 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 95,061 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 95,049 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 94,952 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 94,940 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 94,888 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 84,759 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 94,720 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 94,657 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 94,630 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 94,410 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 94,018 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 93,710 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 93,210 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 92,930 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 92,269 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 90,625 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 89,927 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2007 89,727 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 89,727 miles

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 89,517 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 89,517 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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P430 RMA is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P430 RMA, 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 P430 RMA registered?

P430 RMA is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P430 RMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P430 RMA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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