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N826 JFR

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,476 mi
Last recorded64,476 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN826 JFR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2017 64,476 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 63,651 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 63,318 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 62,313 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 60,587 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 56,517 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 56,517 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 52,483 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 52,483 miles

Offside Outer Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear 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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N826 JFR is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N826 JFR, 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

How do I check the history of N826 JFR?

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What year was N826 JFR registered?

N826 JFR is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 February 1996.

Is N826 JFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N826 JFR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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