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P890 EJH

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,227 mi
Last recorded40,227 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP890 EJH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 40,227 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 39,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 39,554 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 39,032 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 38,863 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 38,143 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 37,617 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 36,737 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 35,972 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 35,485 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 34,911 miles

both rear tyres starting to perish on sidewalls

Pass 12 Aug 2015 34,335 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 33,710 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 32,965 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 31,545 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 31,545 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 30,660 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 29,471 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 29,471 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 28,871 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 28,865 miles

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

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

both front indicator bulbs turning white

Pass 21 Aug 2008 28,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 27,437 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 24,914 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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P890 EJH is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P890 EJH, 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

How do I check the history of P890 EJH?

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What year was P890 EJH registered?

P890 EJH is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 November 1996.

Is P890 EJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P890 EJH shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P890 EJH have outstanding finance?

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