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17 BHJ

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,317 mi
Last recorded58,317 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration17 BHJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2023 58,317 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2022 57,986 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 57,671 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 56,669 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 54,128 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 54,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 53,745 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2018 53,740 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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17 BHJ is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 17 BHJ, 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 17 BHJ?

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What year was 17 BHJ registered?

17 BHJ is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is 17 BHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for 17 BHJ 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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