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P814 GPF

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,675 mi
Last recorded73,675 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP814 GPF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 73,675 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced close to jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 73,378 miles

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security N/s and o/s (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 73,121 miles

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated os+ns (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 73,119 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated os+ns (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 72,319 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 72,213 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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P814 GPF is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P814 GPF, 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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P814 GPF is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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