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N291 LMR

1996 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

66,173 mi
Last recorded66,173 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN291 LMR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 66,173 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 66,114 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 65,782 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 65,156 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 64,521 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 63,395 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 62,812 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 61,799 miles

Offside wiper blade starting to smear

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

Fail 21 Feb 2019 61,767 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Pipe into rear silencer (Backbox) (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside wiper blade starting to smear

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 61,096 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 60,383 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 59,976 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 59,520 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 58,068 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2012 57,014 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 55,950 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 54,257 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 52,509 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 51,306 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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N291 LMR is a 1996 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 N291 LMR, 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 N291 LMR registered?

N291 LMR is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 January 1996.

Is N291 LMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N291 LMR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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