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P535 XFX

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

85,292 mi
Last recorded85,292 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP535 XFX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2025 85,292 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 85,275 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 85,215 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 85,127 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 85,032 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 84,783 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 84,544 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 84,250 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 84,005 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 83,482 miles

rear sub frame has very slight corrossion

Pass 22 Jul 2014 83,326 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 82,932 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

emssions just met

Pass 20 Jul 2012 82,182 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 82,182 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 81,910 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2011 81,910 miles

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 81,052 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 80,806 miles

both nsr and osr tyres perishing

nsf and osf tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 19 Aug 2009 80,806 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both nsr and osr tyres perishing

nsf and osf tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 31 Jul 2008 79,466 miles

both rear tyres slightly perished in sidewalls

Fail 29 Jul 2008 79,466 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres slightly perished in sidewalls

Pass 13 Mar 2007 73,663 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 73,661 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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P535 XFX is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 P535 XFX, 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 P535 XFX registered?

P535 XFX is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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