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J902 ETV

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,906 mi
Last recorded27,906 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ902 ETV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 27,906 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 145/70/12 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Apr 2026 27,906 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 145/70/12 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2024 24,818 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2023 24,429 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 24,288 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 24,133 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 23,982 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 23,742 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 23,328 miles

Poor beam patterns

Pass 25 May 2017 22,980 miles

Both dip beam patterns are poor, only just met requirements

Earlier engine fitted, emissions tested as such

Fuel cap seal deteriorated, only just met requirements

Rear subframe corroded, only just met requirements

Slight corrosion bottom of O/s A-pillar, 15mm hole

Fail 23 May 2017 22,978 miles

Electrical wiring insecure Rear battery cable underneath clip corroded (1.9.2a)

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

Both dip beam patterns are poor, only just met requirements

Earlier engine fitted, emissions tested as such

Fuel cap seal deteriorated, only just met requirements

Nearside Headlamp aim too low Done (1.8)

O/s/f tyre worn to legal tread depth limit

Offside Headlamp aim too low Done (1.8)

Rear subframe corroded, only just met requirements

Slight corrosion bottom of O/s A-pillar, 15mm hole

Pass 19 May 2016 22,654 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 21 May 2015 22,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2015 22,403 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 22,129 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

fuel cap lock stiff

n/s/r tyre pershired

o/s/r tyre pershired

Fail 12 May 2014 22,126 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

fuel cap lock stiff

n/s/r tyre pershired

o/s/r tyre pershired

Pass 15 May 2013 21,886 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 21,886 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 21,614 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,341 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 21,020 miles

slight corrosion to rear subframe

Pass 4 Jun 2009 20,732 miles

rear subframe corroding

Pass 5 Jun 2008 20,413 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2007 20,001 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 19,668 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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J902 ETV is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J902 ETV, 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 J902 ETV registered?

J902 ETV is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 June 1992.

Is J902 ETV safe to buy?

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