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LT51 ZZW

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,272 mi
Last recorded40,272 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT51 ZZW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 40,272 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 40,236 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 40,109 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 39,847 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 39,457 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 39,350 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 39,029 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 39,029 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jun 2017 38,848 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 19 Jun 2017 38,848 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 38,705 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 38,111 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 37,795 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 37,795 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Nov 2012 37,507 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 37,507 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 36,563 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 36,200 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 36,154 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 36,011 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 32,253 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 30,395 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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LT51 ZZW is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 LT51 ZZW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LT51 ZZW?

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What year was LT51 ZZW registered?

LT51 ZZW is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 September 2001.

Is LT51 ZZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT51 ZZW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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