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N468 GOR

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,261 mi
Last recorded47,261 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN468 GOR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 47,261 miles

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

Offside drivers door corroding

Oil leak, but not excessive engine /gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 46,644 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perished (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2024 45,225 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2023 42,897 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 41,611 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Dec 2020 37,955 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All ()

Pass 15 Jun 2019 32,924 miles

battery box rusty

both front tyres have a slight flat spot

various rust spots on under side

Pass 16 Jul 2009 32,892 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 32,657 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 32,657 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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N468 GOR is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N468 GOR, 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 N468 GOR registered?

N468 GOR is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 March 1996.

Is N468 GOR safe to buy?

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