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P973 XTT

1996 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,541 mi
Last recorded40,541 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP973 XTT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 40,541 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 40,121 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 39,260 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 36,740 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2005 33,462 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 33,402 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.C3)

Nearside Outer Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.C2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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P973 XTT is a 1996 Rover Mini in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P973 XTT, 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 P973 XTT registered?

P973 XTT is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 August 1996.

Is P973 XTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P973 XTT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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