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P143 NGV

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,554 mi
Last recorded66,554 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP143 NGV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 66,554 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2025 66,259 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 65,902 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 65,295 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 64,733 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 61,939 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 59,491 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 56,982 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 53,629 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 52,030 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 47,861 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 46,375 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2012 46,375 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 46,312 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 46,292 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 45,229 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 45,220 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 44,387 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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P143 NGV is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P143 NGV, 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

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What year was P143 NGV registered?

P143 NGV is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P143 NGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P143 NGV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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