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M166 JPA

1994 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

47,362 mi
Last recorded47,362 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1994 Rover Mini53,447 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM166 JPA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 47,362 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2025 47,362 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 25 May 2024 47,333 miles
Fail 25 May 2024 47,333 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 47,252 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023 47,252 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2022 47,237 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 47,222 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2021 47,222 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 47,177 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 46,652 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 46,652 miles

Central Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2017 46,537 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 46,417 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 46,416 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 45,534 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2012 45,533 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 44,719 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 44,719 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 44,031 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 43,200 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 42,236 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 41,006 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 41,006 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 40,018 miles

cracks starting to appear on tread area of all four tyres, advise replacement.

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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M166 JPA is a 1994 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 1994 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 53,447 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 M166 JPA, 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 32 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M166 JPA registered?

M166 JPA is a 1994 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is M166 JPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M166 JPA shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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