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N131 VUY

1995 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,786 mi
Last recorded6,786 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN131 VUY
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 6,786 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 6,752 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 6,666 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 6,565 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 6,491 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 6,491 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 6,327 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 6,327 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2014 6,176 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 6,050 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 5,702 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 5 May 2011 5,644 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 5,547 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 5,174 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2008 5,174 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 5,015 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2006 4,830 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 4,623 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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N131 VUY is a 1995 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,922 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 N131 VUY, 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 31 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 N131 VUY registered?

N131 VUY is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 August 1995.

Is N131 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N131 VUY shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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