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N568 PCD

1996 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,622 mi
Last recorded22,622 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN568 PCD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 22,622 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 22,141 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 22,065 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 21,804 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 21,798 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2015 21,778 miles

tread depths,ozsf7mm,osr7mm,nsf,7mmnsr,7mm

Pass 12 Oct 2011 21,652 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 21,269 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 21,132 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 20,811 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 19,679 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 19,679 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 9 May 2006 18,415 miles

oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2005 17,353 miles

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

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

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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N568 PCD is a 1996 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N568 PCD, 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 N568 PCD registered?

N568 PCD is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N568 PCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N568 PCD shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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