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J690 FNP

1992 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

75,247 mi
Last recorded75,247 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ690 FNP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 75,247 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 74,999 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2024 74,999 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2023 74,808 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 74,808 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested both (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2022 74,680 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 74,482 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 74,378 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All front ball joint boots splitting / perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 74,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear floor, next to jacking point / subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear floor, next to jacking point / subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All front ball joint boots splitting / perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 74,228 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 73,732 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 72,753 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 70,567 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 65,862 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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J690 FNP is a 1992 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 J690 FNP, 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 J690 FNP registered?

J690 FNP is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 February 1992.

Is J690 FNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J690 FNP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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