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N166 SNY

1996 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,884 mi
Last recorded91,884 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2021
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN166 SNY
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2021 91,884 miles

rear sub frame corroded sills corroded front floor corroded

Pass 16 Aug 2019 91,164 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play and lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 89,655 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 88,700 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 88,177 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 87,340 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 85,733 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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N166 SNY is a 1996 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N166 SNY, 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

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What year was N166 SNY registered?

N166 SNY is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 May 1996.

Is N166 SNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N166 SNY 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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