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N159 KGO

1996 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,461 mi
Last recorded11,461 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN159 KGO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 11,461 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2025 11,451 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 11,208 miles

Nearside screen wash inop

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Aug 2024 11,208 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside screen wash inop

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 10,791 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 10,712 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 10,703 miles

Both nearside and offside headlamp beam patterns poor

Pass 16 Aug 2019 10,446 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2019 10,424 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

oil leaks

Pass 23 Jan 2014 10,396 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 10,353 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 10,224 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 9,908 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 9,727 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 9,601 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 9,460 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 9,222 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2006 9,009 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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N159 KGO is a 1996 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 N159 KGO, 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 N159 KGO registered?

N159 KGO is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 February 1996.

Is N159 KGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N159 KGO 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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