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RJO 492M

1974 Rover Mini

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,738 mi
Last recorded78,738 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 1974 Rover Mini53,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJO 492M
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2025 78,738 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2024 77,976 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2023 77,585 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2022 77,209 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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RJO 492M is a 1974 Rover Mini in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 53,000 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 RJO 492M, 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 52 years old, this Rover Mini is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RJO 492M?

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What year was RJO 492M registered?

RJO 492M is a 1974 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 June 1974.

Is RJO 492M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJO 492M shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RJO 492M have outstanding finance?

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