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D501 NPP

1986 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,959 mi
Last recorded24,959 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Rover Mini52,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD501 NPP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 24,959 miles

underbody corrossion

Pass 30 Oct 2023 24,617 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 2,495 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2009 24,418 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 4,521 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 4,322 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 2,377 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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D501 NPP is a 1986 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 52,889 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 D501 NPP, 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 40 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D501 NPP registered?

D501 NPP is a 1986 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 August 1986.

Is D501 NPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D501 NPP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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