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N941 GRV

1996 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

60,947 mi
Last recorded60,947 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN941 GRV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 60,947 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 60,555 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 60,555 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 13 May 2022 60,448 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 60,267 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 59,771 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 58,850 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 57,574 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded All metal (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes slightly corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2014 56,176 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 55,287 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 55,284 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 54,346 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 52,481 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 51,647 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 50,841 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 49,243 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

the lights appear dim

Fail 23 Sep 2005 41,883 miles

Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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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N941 GRV is a 1996 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 N941 GRV, 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 N941 GRV?

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What year was N941 GRV registered?

N941 GRV is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N941 GRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N941 GRV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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