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P215 UBD

1996 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,885 mi
Last recorded6,885 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 UBD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 6,885 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 6,697 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 6,423 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 6,375 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2019 6,285 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 6,164 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 6,031 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 5,873 miles

minor engine oil leak

underbody covered by the underseal

Fail 27 May 2016 5,873 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low offside front (1.8)

minor engine oil leak

underbody covered by the underseal

Pass 26 May 2015 5,755 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 May 2014 5,519 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 May 2013 5,370 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 5,126 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 5,115 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 4,957 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 4,832 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 4,541 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 4,304 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 3,976 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 3,973 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2005 13,646 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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P215 UBD is a 1996 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P215 UBD, 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 P215 UBD registered?

P215 UBD is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 November 1996.

Is P215 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P215 UBD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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