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J808 FYJ

1992 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

86,201 mi
Last recorded86,201 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ808 FYJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 86,201 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 85,202 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 84,172 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 82,305 miles

Some underbody corrosion.

Fail 30 May 2023 82,305 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Some underbody corrosion.

Pass 8 Jun 2022 80,896 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 80,896 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 80,830 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 80,795 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 80,759 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 80,705 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 80,664 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 80,521 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 80,422 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 80,365 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 80,365 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 80,288 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 80,215 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM IN POOR CONDITION

Pass 16 Mar 2011 80,027 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 80,027 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 79,937 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 79,884 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 79,841 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 79,776 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 78,611 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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J808 FYJ is a 1992 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 J808 FYJ, 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 J808 FYJ registered?

J808 FYJ is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 January 1992.

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