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B21 ULT

1996 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,784 mi
Last recorded47,784 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB21 ULT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 47,784 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 47,347 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2011 47,306 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Advise on slight play in n/s front track rod end slight play in o/s front bottom ball joint.Slight play in front and rear wheel bearings n/s rear tyre wearing on inside edge

Pass 15 Sep 2010 41,709 miles

ADVISE/ NEARSIDE FRONT SUSSPENSION TIEBAR IS BENT/ SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS, AND NEARSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARTING.

Fail 13 Sep 2010 41,707 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

ADVISE/ NEARSIDE FRONT SUSSPENSION TIEBAR IS BENT/ SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS, AND NEARSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARTING.

Pass 18 Aug 2009 33,763 miles

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

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

n/s/f tie bar bent

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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B21 ULT is a 1996 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B21 ULT, 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 B21 ULT registered?

B21 ULT is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is B21 ULT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B21 ULT shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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