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J285 FNJ

1992 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,981 mi
Last recorded47,981 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ285 FNJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 2 Jun 2015 47,981 miles

Majority of suspension components corroded

Offside rear tyre deteriorated 145/70 12

Underside corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2009 47,900 miles

Heavy corrosion underside.

O/S/R & O/S/F tyres deteriorated.

Oil leak

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 47,872 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

heavy surface corrosion underside

Pass 4 Sep 2007 47,817 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

underside of vehicle has heavy surface corrosion

Pass 29 Aug 2006 47,705 miles

both outer sills rusty

Pass 8 Sep 2005 47,425 miles

nearside outer door sill has slight corrosion.

offside outer door sill has slight corrosion

rear subframe has slight corrosion.

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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J285 FNJ is a 1992 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J285 FNJ, 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 J285 FNJ registered?

J285 FNJ is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 January 1992.

Is J285 FNJ safe to buy?

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