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P242 FOF

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

5,832 mi
Last recorded5,832 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

RegistrationP242 FOF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 5,832 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 4,280 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 4,235 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 4,175 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 4,122 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 4,029 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 3,974 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 3,834 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 3,733 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2017 3,725 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 3,609 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 3,605 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 20 May 2015 3,439 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 3,439 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 3,428 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 3,333 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 2,969 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 2,404 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 1,643 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2010 1,624 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)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 1,243 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 1,243 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2007 1,217 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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P242 FOF is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 P242 FOF, 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 P242 FOF registered?

P242 FOF is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P242 FOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 FOF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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