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J31 RFD

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,323 mi
Last recorded59,323 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ31 RFD
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2015 59,323 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 58,568 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 57,732 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 57,732 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 56,502 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 54,016 miles

corrosion to various body panels , surface corrosion to rear sub frame , n/s/r tyre worn edges/badly cracked , o/s/r tyre very badly cracked

Pass 7 Jul 2007 49,273 miles

Corrosion to various body panels †Both rear tyreswearing on edges †145 70 12

Pass 22 Jul 2006 44,415 miles

ref previous advisory 404898196126

Fail 17 Jul 2006 44,415 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

boarderline fluctuation from n/s/f brake reading †front brake discs corroded/lipped/worn †o/s park brake casing corroded †slight slide wall damage to n/s/r tyre †child seat fitted to n/s/f seat belt

radiator in poor condition/leaking slightly †heavey surface corrosion to front valance

wipers smearing slightly †minor dents/scratches/corrosion to various body pannels †previous welding repair carried out to engine stabliser mounting †vehicle under body heavely undersealed †exhaust system corroded

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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J31 RFD is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc 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 J31 RFD, 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 J31 RFD registered?

J31 RFD is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 July 1992.

Is J31 RFD safe to buy?

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