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P245 BDV

1996 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

23,284 mi
Last recorded23,284 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP245 BDV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 23,284 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 22,049 miles

Rear Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bent (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2024 22,039 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear subframe slightly bent

Pass 17 Oct 2011 22,023 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 22,023 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 21,296 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2010 21,296 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Nov 2008 21,155 miles

advisorys attatched

Pass 31 Oct 2007 18,942 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 18,937 miles

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

advisorys attatched

Pass 13 Oct 2006 13,927 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 13,918 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 13,100 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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P245 BDV is a 1996 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 P245 BDV, 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 P245 BDV registered?

P245 BDV is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 October 1996.

Is P245 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P245 BDV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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