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P61 PKJ

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,398 mi
Last recorded34,398 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP61 PKJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 34,398 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2025 34,397 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision not attached to body (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Mar 2017 34,380 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Mar 2017 34,376 miles

Brake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning lamp or other device has operated (3.3.E.5b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

HAND BRAKE JUST GOT %

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 32,437 miles

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

slight play in n/s front swivel joint and w/bearing

Pass 7 Sep 2005 26,950 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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P61 PKJ is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P61 PKJ, 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 P61 PKJ registered?

P61 PKJ is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P61 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P61 PKJ shows 6 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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