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N359 FYD

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,419 mi
Last recorded67,419 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN359 FYD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 67,419 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2025 67,419 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2024 66,823 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 66,530 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 66,530 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2022 65,720 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 65,674 miles

Emissions oxygen sensor missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 62,416 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 61,902 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 61,810 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2018 61,809 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 61,359 miles

vehicle undersealed

Fail 17 Jul 2017 61,359 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

vehicle undersealed

Pass 18 Jul 2016 60,566 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2016 60,566 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)

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

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Both (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

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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N359 FYD is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N359 FYD, 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 N359 FYD registered?

N359 FYD is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N359 FYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N359 FYD shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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