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J351 OEC

1992 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,090 mi
Last recorded38,090 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ351 OEC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 38,090 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 37,951 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 37,942 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 37,877 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 37,771 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 37,681 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 37,008 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 36,783 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 35,834 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 34,675 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 34,390 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 34,255 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2013 34,255 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 33,663 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 33,663 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2011 32,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 32,824 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 31,384 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 29,947 miles

advise areas of advanced corrosion!

Fail 13 Jul 2009 29,944 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

advise areas of advanced corrosion!

advise o/s/r wheel stiff to turn by hand! further inspection required!

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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J351 OEC is a 1992 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J351 OEC, 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

How do I check the history of J351 OEC?

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What year was J351 OEC registered?

J351 OEC is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 March 1992.

Is J351 OEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J351 OEC shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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