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J146 HFG

1992 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

712 mi
Last recorded712 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ146 HFG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 712 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2025 569 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smeary (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 547 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 444 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 9 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 57,106 miles

both front tyres perrishing and getting down

corrosion to front valence

Fail 4 Sep 2009 57,103 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both front tyres perrishing and getting down

corrosion to front valence

offside rear suspension stiff

Fail 13 Aug 2009 57,101 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Heater matrix leaking

Pass 6 Oct 2007 55,299 miles

corrosion development in osf sill and drivers floor pan not exsesive

front number plate cracked on anchorage

repairs in rear sub frame and corrosion development

Pass 30 Sep 2006 51,722 miles

corroding underside+rear subframe,oil leaks

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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J146 HFG is a 1992 Rover Mini in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 J146 HFG, 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.

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What year was J146 HFG registered?

J146 HFG is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 March 1992.

Is J146 HFG safe to buy?

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