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N540 JJO

1996 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests28 (19 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate67.9%

Mileage

35,669 mi
Last recorded35,669 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN540 JJO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 35,669 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 35,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2026 35,650 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 27 Aug 2025 35,553 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 34,908 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 34,418 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2023 34,418 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 1.514% (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Exhaust mounting defective Rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 34,023 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 34,023 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 33,350 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 32,802 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 32,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 31,038 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 31,027 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement teardrop mount (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement teardrop mount (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 28,794 miles

some surface corrosion to both outer sills and both door bottoms

Pass 5 Jan 2016 27,975 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 27,087 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 26,135 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 25,187 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 24,202 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 24,202 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 23,132 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2011 23,132 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 21,987 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 20,860 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 19,498 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 18,183 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 16,714 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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N540 JJO is a 1996 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 67.9%.

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 N540 JJO, 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.

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What year was N540 JJO registered?

N540 JJO is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 January 1996.

Is N540 JJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N540 JJO shows 28 tests with a 67.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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