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P199 BFC

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

16,798 mi
Last recorded16,798 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP199 BFC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 16,798 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 16,094 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 15,536 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 14,710 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 14,029 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 13,778 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 13,221 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 12,688 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 12,451 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 12,014 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 11,642 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 11,425 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 10,451 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 8,341 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 5,796 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 4,020 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 2,576 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 8 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 90,743 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2006 90,743 miles

Centre Rear Rear position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

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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P199 BFC is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P199 BFC, 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 P199 BFC registered?

P199 BFC is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 December 1996.

Is P199 BFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P199 BFC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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