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J247 VJH

1992 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,329 mi
Last recorded87,329 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ247 VJH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2025 87,329 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 87,106 miles

nearside rear reflector ndamaged

Fail 5 May 2011 87,106 miles

Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

nearside rear reflector ndamaged

Pass 14 May 2010 85,134 miles

slight play in n/s radius arm

slight play in o/s steering

Fail 12 May 2010 85,125 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

slight play in n/s radius arm

slight play in o/s steering

Pass 3 Apr 2009 83,940 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 82,733 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 80,083 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 76,150 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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J247 VJH is a 1992 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J247 VJH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J247 VJH registered?

J247 VJH is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 July 1992.

Is J247 VJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J247 VJH shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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