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J22 TAS

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

25,798 mi
Last recorded25,798 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ22 TAS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 25,798 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 23,963 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 22,957 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 22,503 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2020 22,498 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 22,309 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 22,309 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 22,284 miles

Oil leak ()

nearside and offside outer sills light rusting

Pass 15 Feb 2017 22,093 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 15 Feb 2017 22,093 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 8.48 % (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 21,788 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 21,528 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 21,439 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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J22 TAS is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 J22 TAS, 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 J22 TAS registered?

J22 TAS is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 April 1992.

Is J22 TAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J22 TAS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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