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J88 PTP

1999 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

49,877 mi
Last recorded49,877 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 Rover Mini44,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 PTP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 49,877 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 49,487 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 49,437 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 49,426 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 49,097 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 48,866 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

front exhaust has slight blow

Pass 1 May 2013 48,390 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 48,309 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 48,269 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 47,311 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 47,289 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 37,265 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 37,265 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2006 30,854 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 30,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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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J88 PTP is a 1999 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1999 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 44,443 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 J88 PTP, 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 27 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 J88 PTP registered?

J88 PTP is a 1999 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 February 1999.

Is J88 PTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 PTP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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