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J991 MCT

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2021
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

81,288 mi
Last recorded81,288 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2020
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ991 MCT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2020 81,288 miles

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

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2020 81,288 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 81,007 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 May 2019 81,006 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak center joint (8.2.2.1 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2018 88,803 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 88,795 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both front lower (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres perished

Pass 13 Jun 2015 88,615 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 88,605 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e) DANGEROUS

advise underbody corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2014 88,124 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jan 2013 87,190 miles

RADIATOR IN BAD CONDITION

Fail 19 Dec 2012 87,190 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Front Lower Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Steering component is not secure to the vehicle structure (2.2.B.1a)

RADIATOR IN BAD CONDITION

Pass 24 Jan 2011 87,087 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 87,076 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

ONLY SLIGHT SERVO ACTION FOUND DURING TEST

SLIGHT BLOW FROM EXHAUST JOINTS , SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT BOTTOM BALL JOINTS , N/S/F TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE .

Pass 16 Dec 2009 86,759 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN TOP BALL JOINTS AND O/S/F LOWER

Fail 26 Nov 2009 86,749 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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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J991 MCT is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 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 J991 MCT, 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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J991 MCT is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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