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J793 BAK

1992 Rover Mini

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,627 mi
Last recorded64,627 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ793 BAK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 64,627 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 60,925 miles

Brake calipers run close to front suspension tie rods on lock to lock

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 9 May 2014 60,925 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake calipers run close to front suspension tie rods on lock to lock

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 22 May 2012 60,643 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust mountings getting weak

Pass 3 Jun 2011 58,170 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 58,165 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Offside Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 12 May 2010 53,591 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 53,591 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

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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J793 BAK is a 1992 Rover Mini in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 J793 BAK, 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.

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What year was J793 BAK registered?

J793 BAK is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 May 1992.

Is J793 BAK safe to buy?

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