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N143 GTW

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,871 mi
Last recorded45,871 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2011
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN143 GTW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2011 45,871 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

dampness around steering rack

front exhaust system corroded/deteriorated

nearside front seatbelt stalk becoming faulty

rear exhaust section knocking against vehicle

slight oil leaks

Fail 24 Feb 2011 45,860 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

dampness around steering rack

front exhaust system corroded/deteriorated

nearside front seatbelt stalk becoming faulty

rear exhaust section knocking against vehicle

slight oil leaks

Pass 11 Jan 2010 43,697 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 43,520 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 42,162 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 38,999 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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N143 GTW is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N143 GTW, 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.

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What year was N143 GTW registered?

N143 GTW is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N143 GTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N143 GTW shows 6 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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