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P721 HKL

1996 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

46,264 mi
Last recorded46,264 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP721 HKL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 46,264 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 45,537 miles

Front exhaust flexi in poor condition

Pass 29 May 2024 44,917 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 44,312 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 43,848 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 42,376 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 42,373 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened as marked near side and off side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 42,328 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 42,195 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 42,125 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 42,071 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 41,999 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 41,999 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 41,744 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 41,509 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 41,233 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 40,814 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2011 40,814 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 39,898 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 38,368 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 36,143 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 33,737 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 31,211 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 29,035 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2005 28,969 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

RUST AND CORROSION STARTING TO SHOW THROUOUT VEHICLE

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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P721 HKL is a 1996 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 P721 HKL, 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 P721 HKL registered?

P721 HKL is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 October 1996.

Is P721 HKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P721 HKL shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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