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P750 WYG

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

40,495 mi
Last recorded40,495 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP750 WYG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 40,495 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 40,336 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 40,151 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 39,843 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 39,314 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 39,204 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 38,646 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 38,441 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 38,441 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 36,929 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 36,929 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 35,387 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 34,240 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 33,273 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 31,556 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 30,275 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 29,332 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 23,678 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 17,331 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 17,331 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 9 May 2007 16,598 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 15,088 miles

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

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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P750 WYG is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P750 WYG, 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 P750 WYG registered?

P750 WYG is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P750 WYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P750 WYG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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