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R196 DBP

1998 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,680 mi
Last recorded65,680 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Rover Mini49,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 DBP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2012 65,680 miles

Oil leak

Pass 9 Apr 2011 64,754 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 63,943 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 6,288 miles

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 6,288 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 61,754 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 61,639 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 61,639 miles

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

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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R196 DBP is a 1998 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 49,150 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 R196 DBP, 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 28 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 R196 DBP registered?

R196 DBP is a 1998 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 February 1998.

Is R196 DBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R196 DBP shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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