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M222 GLJ

1995 Rover Mini

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,216 mi
Last recorded51,216 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM222 GLJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 51,216 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 49,884 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 49,864 miles

Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber upper mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 49,423 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 49,422 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 48,668 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 48,079 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal. (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Aug 2021 48,076 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 47,645 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 47,635 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 47,624 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust emissions to high to be measured (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 47,427 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 47,423 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2019 47,407 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 47,262 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 47,262 miles

Emissions not tested idle speed to high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 46,997 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 46,712 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 46,209 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 45,708 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 45,443 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 44,731 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 44,382 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 44,025 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2009 43,493 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 May 2008 43,371 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 43,031 miles
Pass 29 May 2006 42,875 miles

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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M222 GLJ is a 1995 Rover Mini in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 M222 GLJ, 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 M222 GLJ registered?

M222 GLJ is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M222 GLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M222 GLJ shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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