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P692 XFG

1997 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,134 mi
Last recorded16,134 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP692 XFG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 16,134 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 15,880 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 15,345 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 15,262 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 15,009 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 14,922 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 14,465 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 13,864 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 13,526 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 12,260 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 12,206 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 12,115 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 11,928 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 11,928 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 11,458 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 10,601 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jun 2010 10,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 10,591 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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P692 XFG is a 1997 Rover Mini in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P692 XFG, 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 P692 XFG registered?

P692 XFG is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P692 XFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P692 XFG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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