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P995 MOW

1997 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,539 mi
Last recorded62,539 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Rover Mini51,557 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP995 MOW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 62,539 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 61,991 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 58,714 miles

n/s/r foot and handbrake reading poor

slight exhaust leak centre section

slight play n/s/f top balljoint

surface corrosion to rear subframe

wipers torn

Fail 27 Mar 2008 58,713 miles

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

n/s/r foot and handbrake reading poor

slight exhaust leak centre section

slight play n/s/f top balljoint

surface corrosion to rear subframe

wipers torn

Pass 21 Mar 2007 54,533 miles

slight blow in exhaust system

Fail 21 Mar 2006 50,052 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 50,052 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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P995 MOW is a 1997 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P995 MOW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P995 MOW registered?

P995 MOW is a 1997 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P995 MOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P995 MOW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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