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T8 OMS

2001 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

36,907 mi
Last recorded36,907 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT8 OMS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 36,907 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 36,896 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 36,536 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 36,007 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 35,645 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 35,136 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2022 35,136 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 34,431 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 33,934 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 33,931 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 11 May 2018 33,593 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 33,075 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 32,639 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 32,262 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 31,193 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 29,918 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 28,476 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 26,787 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 25,537 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2009 25,537 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Aug 2008 23,765 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 21,558 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 18,963 miles

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

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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T8 OMS is a 2001 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 T8 OMS, 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 T8 OMS registered?

T8 OMS is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 August 2001.

Is T8 OMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T8 OMS shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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