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B187 FTU

1996 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,903 mi
Last recorded5,903 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB187 FTU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2025 5,903 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 5,406 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 5,025 miles

offside front outer driveshaft boot starting to crack/ perish

Pass 27 Jun 2022 4,638 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 4,207 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 3,266 miles

both steering rack gaitors starting to crack/ perish

Pass 17 May 2019 83,934 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 2,000 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 698 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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B187 FTU is a 1996 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B187 FTU, 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 B187 FTU?

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What year was B187 FTU registered?

B187 FTU is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is B187 FTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B187 FTU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B187 FTU have outstanding finance?

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