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P384 RYK

1996 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,037 mi
Last recorded28,037 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP384 RYK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 28,037 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2024 28,037 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill/ inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 27,787 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 26,913 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 25,015 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 24,102 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 22,101 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 22,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2018 18,473 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 18,366 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 18,266 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 18,087 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 17,896 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Fail 6 Sep 2014 17,896 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2013 17,813 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

both front wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 28 Sep 2012 17,351 miles

All four tyres are cracking due to age and will require replacing

Pass 20 Sep 2011 16,897 miles

Airbag warning light is on

Pass 10 Sep 2010 16,407 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 15,918 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2009 15,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 15,166 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 14,352 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 13,506 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 12,573 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2005 12,573 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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P384 RYK is a 1996 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P384 RYK, 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 P384 RYK registered?

P384 RYK is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 December 1996.

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