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N96 CMM

1996 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,099 mi
Last recorded45,099 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN96 CMM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2022 45,099 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 45,098 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Dec 2017 44,556 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 44,126 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 43,697 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 43,590 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 43,121 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 41,905 miles

both rear tyres cracing on inner walls

Fail 1 Mar 2011 41,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

both rear tyres cracing on inner walls

Pass 4 Mar 2010 38,601 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 36,757 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 12 Jan 2009 36,714 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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N96 CMM is a 1996 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N96 CMM, 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 N96 CMM registered?

N96 CMM is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N96 CMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N96 CMM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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