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K454 RKJ

1992 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,353 mi
Last recorded22,353 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2018
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK454 RKJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2018 22,353 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 21,359 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 19,622 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 19,545 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 19,545 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front subframe (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front subframe (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 15,106 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 15,075 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 14,966 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 14,960 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Nearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 14,631 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2008 14,631 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2007

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

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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K454 RKJ is a 1992 Rover Mini in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K454 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 K454 RKJ registered?

K454 RKJ is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 August 1992.

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