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J153 UEG

1992 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

90,647 mi
Last recorded90,647 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 Rover Mini55,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ153 UEG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 90,647 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 90,248 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 89,706 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 89,072 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 88,597 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 88,159 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 88,159 miles

Indicator switch inoperative both sides (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 87,567 miles

under body heavily under sealed

Pass 21 Jun 2018 86,709 miles

Offside Outer sill signs of slight corrosion

under body wax oiled

Pass 23 Jun 2017 85,749 miles

under side wax oiled

Pass 22 Jun 2016 84,537 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 82,914 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 81,538 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 78,853 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 77,801 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 77,774 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 74,088 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 69,845 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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J153 UEG is a 1992 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 J153 UEG, 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 J153 UEG registered?

J153 UEG is a 1992 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 June 1992.

Is J153 UEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J153 UEG shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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