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P758 VCD

1996 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

65,721 mi
Last recorded65,721 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP758 VCD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 65,721 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 65,477 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 65,477 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 65,477 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 65,477 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 65,477 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2019 65,477 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under vehicle has been undersealed incl brake and Fuel pipes

could not find excat match for emissions so carried out non cat test

Pass 22 May 2018 65,477 miles

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2016 65,477 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Jun 2015 674,552 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 64,552 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2012 62,390 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 62,360 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 62,093 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 61,166 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 61,166 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 60,633 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 56,641 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2006 56,640 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front suspension has slight 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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P758 VCD is a 1996 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 P758 VCD, 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 P758 VCD registered?

P758 VCD is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 September 1996.

Is P758 VCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P758 VCD shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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