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N518 WOV

1996 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

33,849 mi
Last recorded33,849 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN518 WOV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 33,849 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 33,766 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 33,766 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2023 33,531 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 33,457 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 33,370 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 33,231 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 32,903 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 31,977 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 31,180 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 30,315 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 25,941 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2014 21,568 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 17,876 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 15,619 miles

N/S FRONT SEAT MOVEMENT BUT LOCK IN A UPRIGHT POSITION

O/S FRONT SEAT MOVEMENT BUT LOCK IN A UPRIGHT POSITION

Fail 12 Oct 2011 15,619 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

N/S CORROTION OUTSIDE PRESCRIED AREA

N/S FRONT SEAT MOVEMENT BUT LOCK IN A UPRIGHT POSITION

O/S CORRIOTION OUTSIDE PRESCRIED AREA

O/S FRONT SEAT MOVEMENT BUT LOCK IN A UPRIGHT POSITION

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 15,310 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2009 14,944 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Feb 2008 14,699 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2007 14,357 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 13,823 miles

Near side rear light lens fitted incorrectly

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

oil leak

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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N518 WOV is a 1996 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 N518 WOV, 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 N518 WOV registered?

N518 WOV is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N518 WOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N518 WOV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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