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J766 TPC

1992 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,981 mi
Last recorded87,981 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ766 TPC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 87,981 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 87,534 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 86,773 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 86,324 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 85,753 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 85,420 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 84,504 miles

Front Fuel pipe chafing Bulkhead (6.1.3 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Mounting Points (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 83,437 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 82,501 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 81,709 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 81,253 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 80,909 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 79,671 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake discs corroded

nearside outer sill corroded

offside front A post corroded

offside front outer sill corroded

rear exhaust mountings worn

Fail 18 Jan 2012 79,671 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake discs corroded

nearside outer sill corroded

offside front A post corroded

offside front outer sill corroded

rear exhaust mountings worn

Pass 3 Feb 2011 81,916 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jan 2011 81,897 miles

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 78,740 miles

Front discs rusty

N/S/F CV gaitor insecure

exhaust blowing

play in both front bottom ball joints

slight movement in rear suspension arms

stonechips front windscreen

Pass 18 Jul 2008 72,658 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fuel cap perishing

grease around nearside outer c.v gaiter

play in all front suspension ball joints

rear bench seat insecure

slight play in steering column

stone chip front screen

Fail 18 Jul 2008 72,658 miles

Centre Brake relay lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

fuel cap perishing

grease around nearside outer c.v gaiter

play in all front suspension ball joints

rear bench seat insecure

slight play in steering column

stone chip front screen

Pass 27 Jun 2007 63,343 miles

some play front and rear suspension

underside rusted and repaired on and near perscribed areas

Pass 18 Jul 2006 60,592 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

corrosion in both door steps

slight wear in offside front lower ball joint

Fail 7 Jul 2006 60,504 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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J766 TPC is a 1992 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J766 TPC, 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 J766 TPC registered?

J766 TPC is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 June 1992.

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