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P855 JEC

1997 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,679 mi
Last recorded32,679 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP855 JEC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 32,679 miles

corrosion to n/s/f outer sill

Pass 17 Sep 2016 32,673 miles

corrosion to n/s/f outer sill

Pass 3 Oct 2015 32,666 miles

corrosion to n/s/f outer sill

Pass 26 Sep 2014 32,661 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 32,654 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 May 2012 31,855 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

nearside front sill holed and corroded

Fail 11 May 2012 31,855 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

nearside front sill holed and corroded

Pass 11 May 2011 31,849 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 31,825 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 31,825 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 30,518 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s wiper starting to smear screen.

Pass 12 May 2008 28,620 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 28,619 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 18 May 2007 27,294 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 27,242 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 27,242 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P855 JEC is a 1997 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P855 JEC, 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 P855 JEC registered?

P855 JEC is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P855 JEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P855 JEC shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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