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N538 EJC

1996 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,379 mi
Last recorded27,379 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN538 EJC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 27,379 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 27,347 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 27,266 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 26,713 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 26,280 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 25,796 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Nov 2015 25,142 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 24,633 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 23,957 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 23,526 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 23,020 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 22,339 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 21,571 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 205,500 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 19,531 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 18,465 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 17,096 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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N538 EJC is a 1996 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 N538 EJC, 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 N538 EJC registered?

N538 EJC is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N538 EJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N538 EJC shows 17 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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