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N8 LBP

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

25,822 mi
Last recorded25,822 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN8 LBP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 25,822 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 25,271 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 24,504 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

brake pipes and under car covered in grease

Pass 27 Oct 2022 23,892 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 23,173 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 22,804 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 21,902 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal perishing slightly

Fail 26 Apr 2019 21,850 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

fuel cap seal perishing slightly

Pass 2 May 2018 20,438 miles

brake lines, fuel lines and all underbody has been greased

Pass 19 Apr 2017 19,074 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 17,796 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 16,303 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

osf and nsf tyre tread cracking

Pass 14 Apr 2014 15,701 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 15,058 miles

fuel cap seal starting to split

Pass 24 Apr 2012 14,350 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 13,484 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 12,622 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 11,301 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 10,220 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 9,141 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 8,229 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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N8 LBP is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 N8 LBP, 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

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What year was N8 LBP registered?

N8 LBP is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 12 January 2001.

Is N8 LBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N8 LBP shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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