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N701 EFV

1995 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

38,448 mi
Last recorded38,448 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN701 EFV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 38,448 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 38,446 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 38,444 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2023 38,444 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 38,434 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 38,412 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 38,410 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 38,409 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 38,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 38,353 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 38,344 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 38,174 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 37,971 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 37,961 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 37,849 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2012 37,822 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 37,642 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 37,609 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 37,436 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 37,436 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 37,322 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 37,237 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 37,237 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 36,832 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2005 36,150 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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N701 EFV is a 1995 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1995 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,922 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 N701 EFV, 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 31 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 N701 EFV registered?

N701 EFV is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N701 EFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N701 EFV shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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