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N170 XOG

1995 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

73,025 mi
Last recorded73,025 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN170 XOG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 73,025 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 72,860 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 72,684 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipe left to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 72,537 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 72,525 miles

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

n/s/r tyre flat spotted

Pass 4 Aug 2022 72,462 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 72,462 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2021 72,421 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 72,336 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 72,274 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 72,216 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 71,971 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 71,429 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 71,426 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 71,092 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 70,310 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 69,616 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 69,588 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2012 69,533 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 69,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 69,004 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 68,103 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 67,520 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 66,777 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 66,136 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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N170 XOG is a 1995 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 N170 XOG, 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 N170 XOG registered?

N170 XOG is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 11 December 1995.

Is N170 XOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N170 XOG shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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