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P885 OGO

1996 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

34,257 mi
Last recorded34,257 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP885 OGO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 34,257 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 33,776 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 33,065 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 32,753 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 32,212 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 31,103 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 29,827 miles

n/s rear and front , o/s/ rear tyre perished and cracked

Pass 28 Aug 2018 29,682 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter at joints (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 29,678 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter at joints (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 29,364 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 28,978 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 28,978 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 28,432 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 27,641 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 27,641 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2012 27,561 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 27,561 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 26,995 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 25,897 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 24,580 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 23,188 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 21,753 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 20,280 miles

rera tyres show signs of deteriation

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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P885 OGO is a 1996 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 P885 OGO, 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 P885 OGO registered?

P885 OGO is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P885 OGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P885 OGO shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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