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TON 1J

2001 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,493 mi
Last recorded17,493 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTON 1J
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 17,493 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 17,392 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 17,323 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 17,216 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 17,117 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 16,796 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 16,749 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 16,749 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2017 16,419 miles

Exhaust slightly blowing on rear

Pass 10 May 2016 16,127 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 16,107 miles

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

no plates stuck ontop of others

Pass 5 Apr 2013 15,676 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 15,091 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 13,110 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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TON 1J is a 2001 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 TON 1J, 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 TON 1J registered?

TON 1J is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 February 2001.

Is TON 1J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TON 1J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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