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J740 EGH

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1272cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,552 mi
Last recorded42,552 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ740 EGH
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,272cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 42,552 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 42,531 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 42,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jul 2021 42,521 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 42,517 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 42,509 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 42,499 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 42,469 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 40,948 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 8 Jan 2014 40,803 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 38,801 miles

O/S/F TYRE WORN BADLY INNER EDGE

Pass 9 Jan 2012 36,852 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 35,413 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 35,413 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

slight binding both front

Pass 4 Jan 2010 33,329 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 33,265 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2009 31,406 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 29,496 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 29,494 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 27,749 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 25,723 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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J740 EGH is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,272cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 J740 EGH, 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 J740 EGH registered?

J740 EGH is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 March 1992.

Is J740 EGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J740 EGH shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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