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P967 PAB

1996 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

38,189 mi
Last recorded38,189 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP967 PAB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 38,189 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 37,894 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 37,691 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 37,555 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 37,325 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 37,024 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 36,550 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 35,885 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 35,257 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 32,485 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 29,531 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 27,646 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 25,011 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 23,614 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 23,614 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 21,311 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2007 21,311 miles

Nearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

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

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2007 21,278 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 brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 17,618 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 16,368 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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P967 PAB is a 1996 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1996 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 50,437 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 P967 PAB, 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 30 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 P967 PAB registered?

P967 PAB is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 December 1996.

Is P967 PAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P967 PAB shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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