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J769 SAV

1992 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1797cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,748 mi
Last recorded75,748 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ769 SAV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,797cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 75,748 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 75,639 miles

Front Play in wiper wheel boxes.

Rear Rear fuel pipe in boot starting to split.

Fail 30 Aug 2022 75,634 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Play in wiper wheel boxes.

Rear Rear fuel pipe in boot starting to split.

Fail 28 Aug 2007 605,838 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 56,994 miles

slight movement in top of steering column

Fail 7 Sep 2006 56,994 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2006 56,827 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2006 56,827 miles

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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J769 SAV is a 1992 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,797cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J769 SAV, 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 J769 SAV registered?

J769 SAV is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 February 1992.

Is J769 SAV safe to buy?

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