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GU51 WHC

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,400 mi
Last recorded35,400 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 WHC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 35,400 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 2 May 2025 35,400 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 35,242 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2024 35,242 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 May 2023 35,185 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 35,135 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 34,628 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Aug 2012 34,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2011 34,426 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 34,318 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 31,750 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 31,750 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2008 30,096 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/plates poor condition/slight play in off/s rear radiuos arm

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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GU51 WHC is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 35,698 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 GU51 WHC, 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 25 years old, this Rover Mini is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GU51 WHC registered?

GU51 WHC is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is GU51 WHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 WHC shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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