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J591 BWT

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,219 mi
Last recorded54,219 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ591 BWT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 54,219 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 53,624 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 53,217 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 52,769 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 52,646 miles

corrosion to o/s sill

Pass 3 Aug 2020 52,458 miles

corrosion to o/s sill

Pass 23 Mar 2019 52,067 miles

corrosion to o/s sill

n/s handbrake low

slight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 12 Apr 2018 51,544 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 51,350 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 50,908 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 50,895 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 50,021 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 48,959 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 46,996 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 40,625 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 28,624 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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J591 BWT is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J591 BWT, 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 J591 BWT registered?

J591 BWT is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 January 1992.

Is J591 BWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J591 BWT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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