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J186 OKO

1992 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

58,601 mi
Last recorded58,601 miles
Recorded on14 May 2017
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ186 OKO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 May 2017 58,601 miles

Bumper insecure ()

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Towbar component slightly corroded (6.6.1)

Towbar component slightly damaged (6.6.1)

Towbar component slightly worn (6.6.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2016 57,868 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 54,639 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 54,639 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 51,320 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 51,316 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Outer 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 Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 47,713 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front suspension arm is seizing a little

Offside wiper arm pivot is slightly insecure

Oil leaks from engine

Pass 9 Jun 2011 43,933 miles

Both front seats have no hold down fittings at all (replacement seats) but this is not unusual for earlier models of this car

Childs seat insecure

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

Nearside rear seat belt bit slow to retract

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside driveshaft to gearbox oil seal and gearchange oil seal are both leaking

Offside front tyre is very lightly touching inner wheel arch on full lock but is not likely to damage the tyre

Fail 9 Jun 2011 43,933 miles

Both front seats have no hold down fittings at all (replacement seats) but this is not unusual for earlier models of this car

Childs seat insecure

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside rear seat belt bit slow to retract

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside driveshaft to gearbox oil seal and gearchange oil seal are both leaking

Offside front tyre is very lightly touching inner wheel arch on full lock but is not likely to damage the tyre

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 41,600 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Front seats not latching down but the seats fitted do not have original mechanism to do so

Nearside front brake is binding slightly after application

Nearside rear wheel bearing has a little bit of rumble

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear brakes are noisy when applied

Pass 22 May 2009 38,550 miles

Corrosion Hole in nearside front floor that is outside prescribed area

Corrosion Holes in rear end of both front arches at top underside that is outside prescribed area

Front number plate delaminating

Front shock absorber top mounting brackets have some small repairs inside area that may not be welded but cannot tell

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Passenger door mirror bit insecure

Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rubber fuel pipes to petrol pump have no securng clips but are not insecure or leaking

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Various door hinge securing nuts missing as shown, but doorsare secure

Fail 21 May 2009 38,550 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Corrosion Hole in nearside front floor that is outside prescribed area

Corrosion Holes in rear end of both front arches at top underside that is outside prescribed area

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front number plate delaminating

Front shock absorber top mounting brackets have some small repairs inside area that may not be welded but cannot tell

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Passenger door mirror bit insecure

Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rubber fuel pipes to petrol pump have no securng clips but are not insecure or leaking

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Various door hinge securing nuts missing as shown, but doorsare secure

Wipers bit high on screen when parked

Fail 20 May 2008 35,329 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Handbrake cable is becoming quite corroded

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 35,329 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Handbrake cable is becoming quite corroded

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 May 2007 29,971 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 29,971 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 23,435 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 23,429 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

front subframe mountings soft

o/s sill corroded front end

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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J186 OKO is a 1992 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J186 OKO, 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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J186 OKO is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 May 1992.

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