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K449 RKJ

1992 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

68,917 mi
Last recorded68,917 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK449 RKJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 68,917 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 68,781 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 68,563 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 67,089 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 64,726 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 60,301 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 58,148 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 56,076 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 52,528 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 52,528 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 48,797 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 45,085 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 40,408 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 36,579 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2013 32,306 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front brake pads worn approx 75%

Pass 6 Aug 2012 27,750 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 25,075 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 23,141 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 21,831 miles

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

exhaust emissions HC level high at normal idle speed

heavy surface corrosion to nearside of rear subframe

surface corrosion to front of both sills

Pass 30 Apr 2009 21,774 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 21,754 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2005 21,421 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2005 21,421 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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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K449 RKJ is a 1992 Rover Mini in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 K449 RKJ, 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 K449 RKJ registered?

K449 RKJ is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 August 1992.

Is K449 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K449 RKJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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