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N348 LFR

1996 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,919 mi
Last recorded32,919 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN348 LFR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 32,919 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 32,149 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 31,289 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear valance behind rear bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 30,949 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 30,615 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 29,324 miles
Fail 18 May 2020 29,324 miles

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

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 29,119 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 28,977 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 28,913 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 28,877 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 28,608 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 28,604 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 28,227 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 26,608 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 24,524 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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N348 LFR is a 1996 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N348 LFR, 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 N348 LFR registered?

N348 LFR is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N348 LFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N348 LFR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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