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N559 NFG

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

18,140 mi
Last recorded18,140 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN559 NFG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 18,140 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 17,741 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 17,541 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 17,480 miles

Suspension component ball joint has slight play all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 17,480 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension component ball joint has slight play all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 17,344 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 17,341 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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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N559 NFG is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N559 NFG, 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 N559 NFG registered?

N559 NFG is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N559 NFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N559 NFG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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