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K557 PJX

1992 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

87,293 mi
Last recorded87,293 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2013
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK557 PJX
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2013 87,293 miles

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

nearside front upper inner ball joint dust cover just ok at time of test.

Pass 28 Jan 2012 87,057 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 21 Jan 2012 87,057 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jan 2011 85,244 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2011 85,242 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2009 81,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 81,302 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 74,861 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 72,589 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 66,964 miles

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 28 Jul 2006 66,963 miles

Nearside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Offside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Nearside Front 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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K557 PJX is a 1992 Rover Mini in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 K557 PJX, 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 K557 PJX registered?

K557 PJX is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K557 PJX safe to buy?

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