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J185 PPJ

1992 Rover Mini

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,011 mi
Last recorded25,011 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ185 PPJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 25,011 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 24,450 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 23,617 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Fail 25 May 2023 23,613 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 18 Apr 2016 23,349 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 22,063 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 22,063 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 20,392 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 17,835 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 15,863 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/f and both rear tyres badly split/perished

strong petrol fumes no sign of leaks

Fail 6 Aug 2009 15,862 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

o/s/f and both rear tyres badly split/perished

strong petrol fumes no sign of leaks

Pass 2 Sep 2008 15,732 miles

n/s/f and both rear tyres perished and splitting

Fail 2 Sep 2008 15,732 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

n/s/f and both rear tyres perished and splitting

Pass 5 Sep 2007 14,933 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 14,359 miles

front brakes have a 25% imbalance

front number plate cracked

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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J185 PPJ is a 1992 Rover Mini in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1992 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 55,446 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 J185 PPJ, 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 34 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J185 PPJ registered?

J185 PPJ is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 January 1992.

Is J185 PPJ safe to buy?

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