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P216 RWT

1996 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2021
Tests26 (15 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate57.7%

Mileage

80,232 mi
Last recorded80,232 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP216 RWT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 11 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 80,232 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2020 80,232 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 79,666 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 78,700 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 78,699 miles

Nearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury a panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury a panel (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 77,231 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 74,886 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 74,885 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded boot floor (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 72,921 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 70,668 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 70,668 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 68,860 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 68,860 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 66,952 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 66,952 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 65,455 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 65,455 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 64,213 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 64,213 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2009 63,100 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 63,100 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 61,993 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 60,680 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 59,835 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 59,835 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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P216 RWT is a 1996 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P216 RWT, 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 P216 RWT registered?

P216 RWT is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 August 1996.

Is P216 RWT safe to buy?

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