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P631 JOP

1997 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

76,552 mi
Last recorded76,552 miles
Recorded on19 May 2021
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP631 JOP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2021 76,552 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2011 70,646 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Jul 2011 70,641 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 65,947 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Sep 2009 65,947 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (4.1.E.2a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 59,642 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 52,541 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 45,867 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 45,867 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2005 38,744 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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P631 JOP is a 1997 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P631 JOP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P631 JOP registered?

P631 JOP is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 April 1997.

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