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M118 NJT

1995 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,350 mi
Last recorded4,350 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM118 NJT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 4,350 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn slight play in upper steering column. (2.2.2 (b))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front sub frame pear mountings coming unbonded. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper suspension arm inner boots perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both side windows. (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2026 4,350 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure sub frame pear mounting bolt missing. (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn slight play in upper steering column. (2.2.2 (b))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front sub frame pear mountings coming unbonded. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both front upper suspension arm inner boots perishing. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both side windows. (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 2,804 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front window tinted

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front window tinted

gear selctor box loose

Fail 24 Jan 2025 2,084 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front window tinted

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front window tinted

gear selctor box loose

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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M118 NJT is a 1995 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1995 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 51,922 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 M118 NJT, 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 31 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M118 NJT registered?

M118 NJT is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 January 1995.

Is M118 NJT safe to buy?

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