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GSZ 1759

1992 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

93,273 mi
Last recorded93,273 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSZ 1759
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 93,273 miles

Both front floors corroded

Both outer sills corroded

Floor under drivers seat corroded and holed

Nearside side repeater bulb holder loose in lamp unit

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

Fail 27 Apr 2026 93,268 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Both front floors corroded

Both outer sills corroded

Floor under drivers seat corroded and holed

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Nearside side repeater bulb holder loose in lamp unit

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 93,020 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

both front floors corroded

both outer sills corroded

floor under drivers seat corroded and holed

nearside side repeater bulb holder loose in lamp unit

Pass 5 Apr 2007 80,148 miles

Ref. 512840887076

Fail 21 Mar 2007 80,122 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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GSZ 1759 is a 1992 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GSZ 1759, 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 GSZ 1759 registered?

GSZ 1759 is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is GSZ 1759 safe to buy?

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