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HNZ 288

1996 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,778 mi
Last recorded22,778 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Rover Mini50,437 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNZ 288
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 22,778 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 21,682 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 21,682 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 20,575 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Small split (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 19,870 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 18,360 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 15,886 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 15,499 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 15,499 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 15,309 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 15,294 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

disabled controls fitted

Pass 1 Oct 2010 15,058 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 15,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 14,333 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2009 14,325 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 13,573 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 13,567 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 12,984 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 12,414 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 11,019 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2005 11,019 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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HNZ 288 is a 1996 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 HNZ 288, 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 HNZ 288?

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What year was HNZ 288 registered?

HNZ 288 is a 1996 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 March 1996.

Is HNZ 288 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNZ 288 shows 21 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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