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P34 DBS

1996 Rover Mini

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

23,454 mi
Last recorded23,454 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP34 DBS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 23,454 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2025 23,445 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 23,434 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 23,404 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 23,279 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 23,233 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 23,095 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 22,905 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 22,779 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 22,429 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 21,905 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 21,903 miles

Nearside Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

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

Offside Brake cable has a seized clevis joint pivot (3.5.1c)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 21,571 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 20,163 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 12 Jul 2006 20,163 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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P34 DBS is a 1996 Rover Mini in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P34 DBS, 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 P34 DBS registered?

P34 DBS is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P34 DBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P34 DBS shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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