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J185 YHO

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,332 mi
Last recorded58,332 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2017
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ185 YHO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2017 58,332 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 58,326 miles

Central Front Exhaust system not adequately supported u clamp (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sub frame corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure brake pads pins incorrectly fitted (3.5.1l)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 48,388 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 48,388 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 36,950 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 36,950 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 32,724 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 32,225 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 29,193 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 29,188 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 28,579 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 9 Dec 2011 28,579 miles

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

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 18 May 2010 28,561 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 28,563 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 27,461 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 27,222 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 27,222 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2006 26,727 miles

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 YHO is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YHO, 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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J185 YHO is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 July 1992.

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