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WJ51 XSG

2001 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,039 mi
Last recorded16,039 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ51 XSG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2026 16,039 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 15,762 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 15,519 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 14,912 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 14,380 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 13,479 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 13,266 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 12,625 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 12,060 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 10,732 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 9,956 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 9,936 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 9,808 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2007 9,221 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 8,523 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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WJ51 XSG is a 2001 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WJ51 XSG, 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 WJ51 XSG?

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What year was WJ51 XSG registered?

WJ51 XSG is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is WJ51 XSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ51 XSG shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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