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P653 GUK

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,229 mi
Last recorded75,229 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP653 GUK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 75,229 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 74,953 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 74,585 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 74,010 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 73,390 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 May 2009 72,632 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 71,773 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 69,954 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 68,881 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 68,881 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2005 61,646 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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P653 GUK is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P653 GUK, 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 P653 GUK registered?

P653 GUK is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 October 1996.

Is P653 GUK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P653 GUK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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