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F446 JTL

1988 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

1,127 mi
Last recorded1,127 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Rover Mini57,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF446 JTL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 1,127 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 1,113 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 998 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 867 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 16 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 62,621 miles

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

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Nov 2013 62,621 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2012 61,435 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 61,034 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 59,843 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 58,442 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 55,885 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 55,885 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 49,647 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2007 49,629 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 27 Jul 2006 45,373 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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F446 JTL is a 1988 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1988 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 57,367 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 F446 JTL, 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 38 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F446 JTL registered?

F446 JTL is a 1988 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F446 JTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F446 JTL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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