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J578 YVX

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,845 mi
Last recorded51,845 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ578 YVX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Oct 2024 51,845 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 51,789 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 51,789 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Offside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2021 51,422 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 51,422 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2011 51,378 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 51,378 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2010 51,253 miles

front subframe rear mounts perishing

Pass 2 Dec 2009 50,978 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 50,715 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 50,318 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 50,318 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 49,826 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 49,409 miles

Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2005 49,409 miles

o/s/f sub frame mnt starting to seperate

surface corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

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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J578 YVX is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J578 YVX, 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 J578 YVX registered?

J578 YVX is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 May 1992.

Is J578 YVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J578 YVX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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