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P708 DNN

1997 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

28,449 mi
Last recorded28,449 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP708 DNN
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2022 28,449 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 27,602 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 27,571 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 27,443 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 27,060 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 27,041 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 27,041 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 27,030 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 27,022 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 26,787 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 26,672 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 25,653 miles

offside rear tyre cracking on edge

Fail 7 Sep 2012 25,653 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Both rear tyres cracking on edges

Pass 11 Nov 2011 25,183 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 24,355 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2010 24,355 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 21,075 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2008 18,807 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2008 18,807 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2007 16,272 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 14,143 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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P708 DNN is a 1997 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 P708 DNN, 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 P708 DNN registered?

P708 DNN is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P708 DNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P708 DNN shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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