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V972 KCP

1999 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,314 mi
Last recorded45,314 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV972 KCP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 45,314 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2024 44,065 miles

exhaust poor condition

front subframe offside rear mount poor

front to rear metal brake pipe rusty

handbrake cable poor condition

offside steering rack boot poor condition

rear subframe poor condition

Pass 4 Apr 2023 43,029 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 43,026 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 41,303 miles

adv ise front to rear metal brake pipe starting to rust

advise bonnet closing panel corroded

advise corrosion has started in both inner sills

advise slight move ment in o/s/f lower ball joint

advise slight wear in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 21 Feb 2008 34,119 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 30,104 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 25,445 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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V972 KCP is a 1999 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,443 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 V972 KCP, 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 27 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 V972 KCP registered?

V972 KCP is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V972 KCP safe to buy?

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