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P767 WYJ

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,558 mi
Last recorded15,558 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP767 WYJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 15,558 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 15,550 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 15,485 miles

Front subframe bushes deteriorated

Pass 25 May 2023 15,467 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 May 2023 15,467 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt suspension arm ball joint dust cover not secured (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt suspension arm dust cover not secured (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2022 15,392 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2021 15,299 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2021 15,299 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2020 15,240 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2019 15,112 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 14,898 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (7.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2017 14,610 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 14,610 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2016 14,438 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 14,438 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 May 2015 14,393 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 14,391 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 May 2014 14,169 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 13,992 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 13,799 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 13,596 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 13,584 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 18 May 2010 13,480 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 13,122 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 12,878 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 12,876 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 12,526 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 12,524 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 11,970 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2006 11,968 miles

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

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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P767 WYJ is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 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 P767 WYJ, 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 P767 WYJ registered?

P767 WYJ is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P767 WYJ safe to buy?

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