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P389 LRX

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,944 mi
Last recorded97,944 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 LRX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 97,944 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2024 97,944 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam BOTH (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam BOTH (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

BOTH FRONT AND REAR TYRES HEAVILY DETERIATED / CRACKED

BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 97,884 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Apr 2023 97,880 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 97,211 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play TOP AND BOTTOM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Fail 1 Sep 2022 97,211 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play TOP AND BOTTOM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 9 Sep 2021 96,054 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 96,028 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Apr 2020 95,369 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 93,943 miles

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 93,943 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 92,029 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 92,029 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 90,245 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 88,907 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 88,062 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 85,558 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 82,330 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 82,151 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 78,934 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 69,816 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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P389 LRX is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P389 LRX, 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 P389 LRX registered?

P389 LRX is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P389 LRX safe to buy?

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