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D9 NXV

1991 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,021 mi
Last recorded1,021 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Rover Mini56,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD9 NXV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 1,021 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 962 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 798 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2021 88 miles

Non standard front suspension bolted to front of original vehicle body

Non standard rear suspension assembly now bolted to rear floor

Unable to fully assess vehicle welding repairs and modifications as heavily undersealed and painted

Vehicle has fibre glass front fitted over space frame / roll cage

Vehicle highly modified , engine now fitted in rear ,

Fail 6 May 2021 86 miles

Fuel system component leaking fuel leak from valve under the bonnet on the nearside (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Front to rear brake pipe fouling on rear bulkhead / no grommet fitted (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture fastened to suspension with cable ties (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Fastened to suspension with cable ties (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Non standard front suspension bolted to front of original vehicle body

Non standard rear suspension assembly now bolted to rear floor

Unable to fully assess vehicle welding repairs and modifications as heavily undersealed and painted

Vehicle highly modified , engine now fitted in rear ,

Pass 24 Aug 2015 33 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.7.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.A.1)

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

all rigid brake pipes have been replaced with armoured flexible hoses.

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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D9 NXV is a 1991 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 56,005 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 D9 NXV, 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 35 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 D9 NXV registered?

D9 NXV is a 1991 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is D9 NXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D9 NXV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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