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J92 SPC

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

23,481 mi
Last recorded23,481 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ92 SPC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 23,481 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2022 23,422 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 23,407 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 23,405 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 31 Jul 2019 23,152 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 23,085 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 22,987 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 22,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2016 22,476 miles

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

rear subframe has corrosion n/s and o/s

Pass 1 May 2015 21,845 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 21,017 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 21,017 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 17,743 miles
Fail 11 May 2013 17,742 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 11 May 2012 17,287 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 May 2011 16,379 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 15,920 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 14,949 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 13,994 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 12,127 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 11,749 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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J92 SPC is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 J92 SPC, 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 J92 SPC registered?

J92 SPC is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 May 1992.

Is J92 SPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J92 SPC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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