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K17 MVC

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,638 mi
Last recorded1,638 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK17 MVC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 1,638 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 1,508 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 1,300 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 1,212 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2022 1,212 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 1,122 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 1,036 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 843 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 792 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 363 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 345 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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K17 MVC is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 K17 MVC, 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

How do I check the history of K17 MVC?

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What year was K17 MVC registered?

K17 MVC is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 February 1996.

Is K17 MVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for K17 MVC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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