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N751 VGM

1995 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

61,214 mi
Last recorded61,214 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN751 VGM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 61,214 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 61,214 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 60,169 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 59,467 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2019 59,462 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear mounting/boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 56,017 miles

Front brake pad linings over 50% worn

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 53,308 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 28 Jun 2017 53,308 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play track rod lock nut insecure (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 53,287 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 53,268 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 May 2014 52,149 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

slight play in steering top bush

Pass 2 Feb 2013 47,400 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 46,041 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 44,430 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 42,586 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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N751 VGM is a 1995 Rover Mini in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N751 VGM, 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.

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What year was N751 VGM registered?

N751 VGM is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 August 1995.

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The MOT history for N751 VGM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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