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M858 VJL

1995 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

45,626 mi
Last recorded45,626 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Rover Mini51,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM858 VJL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 45,626 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 45,420 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 45,028 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 44,078 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 11 May 2022 43,846 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 16 Dec 2020 42,614 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2020 42,605 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Fail 22 Aug 2020 42,589 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2019 42,032 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 41,765 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 40,919 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 40,917 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Suspension weakened allowing body or other component to foul a road wheel or would do so if laden (2.4.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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M858 VJL is a 1995 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M858 VJL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M858 VJL registered?

M858 VJL is a 1995 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 June 1995.

Is M858 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M858 VJL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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