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P983 EOC

1996 Rover Mini

Purple Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

59,040 mi
Last recorded59,040 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP983 EOC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 59,040 miles

Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 58,932 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 4 Apr 2025 58,932 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2023 57,630 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 57,423 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2022 57,220 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2021 55,423 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2021 55,423 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 54,690 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 54,076 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 54,050 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 53,804 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 53,334 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 53,333 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)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 52,566 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 51,020 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 49,230 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 47,292 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 45,730 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 43,693 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 41,554 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 38,205 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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P983 EOC is a 1996 Rover Mini in Purple with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P983 EOC, 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 P983 EOC registered?

P983 EOC is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 December 1996.

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