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J985 HMK

1992 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,179 mi
Last recorded47,179 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2021
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ985 HMK
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2021 47,179 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2021 47,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2020 47,018 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 47,015 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 47,011 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 46,951 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 46,902 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 46,692 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 43,347 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 42,810 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 42,772 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2011 42,440 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 41,881 miles

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

n/s/f seat will not tilt forwards

Fail 31 Mar 2010 41,881 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

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

n/s/f seat will not tilt forwards

Pass 22 Apr 2009 41,167 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 41,162 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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J985 HMK is a 1992 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J985 HMK, 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 J985 HMK registered?

J985 HMK is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 March 1992.

Is J985 HMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J985 HMK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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