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P858 KWJ

1996 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,905 mi
Last recorded25,905 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP858 KWJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 25,905 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 25,884 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 25,882 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 31 May 2024 25,866 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 25,854 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 25,726 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 25,682 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 25,646 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 25,545 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 25,531 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 25,497 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 25,452 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 25,340 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 25,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 25,172 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 24,982 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 24,841 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 24,703 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 24,703 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 24,617 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 24,617 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 24,479 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 24,145 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 20,945 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P858 KWJ is a 1996 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P858 KWJ, 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 P858 KWJ registered?

P858 KWJ is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 December 1996.

Is P858 KWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P858 KWJ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P858 KWJ have outstanding finance?

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