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P923 LRX

1996 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2022
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,502 mi
Last recorded67,502 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2021
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP923 LRX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2021 67,502 miles

vehicle undersealed

Pass 16 Apr 2015 67,494 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 65,152 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

servicable corrosion nearside & offside door panels

Pass 21 Jul 2009 65,152 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

servicable corrosion nearside & offside door panels

Pass 23 Jul 2008 60,553 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2008 60,553 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 55,939 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 55,873 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 51,468 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 51,468 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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P923 LRX is a 1996 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P923 LRX, 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 P923 LRX registered?

P923 LRX is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P923 LRX safe to buy?

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