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N405 MGC

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,221 mi
Last recorded98,221 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN405 MGC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 98,221 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 97,110 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 96,077 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 95,608 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joints (6.1.2 (a))

steering column lover bush worn

Pass 16 Jun 2021 95,053 miles

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush play in lower mounting bush (5.3.2 (c))

o/s and n/s parking brake performance low - requirements just met

o/s headlight beam image slightly weak

slight play in lower steering column bush, tyre tread depths; both front 5.0mm, n/s/r 7mm, o/s/r 6.0mm, 165/60/12 71h

Fail 16 Jun 2021 95,053 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged fouling parking brake cable (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged fouling parking brake cable (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush play in lower mounting bush (5.3.2 (c))

o/s and n/s parking brake performance low - requirements just met

o/s headlight beam image slightly weak

slight play in lower steering column bush, tyre tread depths; both front 5.0mm, n/s/r 7mm, o/s/r 6.0mm, 165/60/12 71h

Pass 21 May 2020 94,414 miles

oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2018 92,469 miles

top engine stabilizer bar bushes worn

Pass 19 Aug 2016 90,506 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside door mirror to low

Rear rubber suspension cones perished

Pass 28 Aug 2015 87,314 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 87,303 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)

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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N405 MGC is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N405 MGC, 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 N405 MGC registered?

N405 MGC is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N405 MGC safe to buy?

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