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P982 OWC

1997 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,471 mi
Last recorded67,471 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP982 OWC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 67,471 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 67,365 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 67,302 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 67,043 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 67,017 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 66,708 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 64,110 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 59,515 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

osf tyre showing signs of perrishing

Pass 7 Sep 2009 54,640 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 54,637 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 49,529 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 49,512 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 5 May 2007 45,530 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 40,953 miles

offside and nearside front ind bulbs fadding to white advise only

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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P982 OWC is a 1997 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P982 OWC, 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 P982 OWC registered?

P982 OWC is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P982 OWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P982 OWC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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