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N440 FPP

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,287 mi
Last recorded90,287 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN440 FPP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 90,287 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 90,051 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 89,783 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 89,505 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 88,560 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 86,308 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread depth 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread depth 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2017 85,426 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 84,166 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 81,888 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 80,972 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 78,663 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 77,639 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 76,064 miles

slight movement in ns balljoints

Pass 7 Apr 2007 73,662 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 71,649 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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N440 FPP is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N440 FPP, 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 N440 FPP registered?

N440 FPP is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 January 1996.

Is N440 FPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N440 FPP shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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