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N731 YVV

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

33,885 mi
Last recorded33,885 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN731 YVV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 33,885 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 33,713 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 33,695 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 33,483 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 33,023 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Handbrake efficiency only just met

Pass 16 Aug 2022 32,358 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 31,152 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 29,853 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 28,671 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 28,168 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2018 28,147 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2017 28,068 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 28,027 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 27,794 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 27,261 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 26,430 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 25,357 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 23,997 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s front outer sill slightly corroded

o/s outer sill repaired from inside

Pass 13 Jun 2011 23,997 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

o/s front outer sill slightly corroded

o/s outer sill repaired from inside

Pass 2 Jun 2010 22,605 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 21,476 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front number plate cracked

o/s sill corroded outside prescribed area

Pass 18 Jun 2008 20,467 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 19,717 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 18,780 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 18,780 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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N731 YVV is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 N731 YVV, 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 N731 YVV registered?

N731 YVV is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N731 YVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N731 YVV 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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