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P348 YHT

1996 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

25,062 mi
Last recorded25,062 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP348 YHT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 25,062 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 24,789 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 24,634 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 24,535 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 24,493 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 24,345 miles

nearside parking brake reading very low - recommend inspection/repair

Fail 4 Apr 2022 24,309 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

nearside parking brake reading very low - recommend inspection/repair

Pass 9 Apr 2021 24,060 miles

nearside rear park brake reading low recommend inspection/repair

Pass 13 May 2019 23,753 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play hub mounting swivel joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inner tread areas (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 23,629 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 22,807 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 22,387 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 20,136 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 14,516 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 10,700 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2007 10,700 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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P348 YHT is a 1996 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P348 YHT, 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 P348 YHT registered?

P348 YHT is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 November 1996.

Is P348 YHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P348 YHT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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