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N878 BNF

1996 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

45,252 mi
Last recorded45,252 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN878 BNF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 45,252 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 45,128 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 44,939 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 44,242 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 43,461 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 42,194 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 40,929 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 8 Apr 2017 40,439 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 40,362 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)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 39,659 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 38,983 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 37,362 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 36,353 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 35,355 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 33,539 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 31,114 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 31,114 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 29,962 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 29,962 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Feb 2008 29,249 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2007 28,514 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 27,612 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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N878 BNF is a 1996 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 N878 BNF, 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.

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What year was N878 BNF registered?

N878 BNF is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N878 BNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N878 BNF shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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