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WV51 FLM

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,383 mi
Last recorded33,383 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV51 FLM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2011 33,383 miles

front subframe rubber mounts perishing

metal brake pipes corroding

nearside outer sill corroding

rears subframe corroding

slight blow on front exhaust pipe

slight play in nearside front lower ball joint

slight play offside rear radius arm

Pass 2 Sep 2010 30,849 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 31 Aug 2010 30,825 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Outer Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 26,813 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 26,813 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 23,970 miles

both front wheel bearings some play. both top ball joints some play

Fail 4 Sep 2008 23,970 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

both front wheel bearings some play. both top ball joints some play

Pass 13 Sep 2007 20,890 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 18,415 miles

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

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

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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WV51 FLM is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WV51 FLM, 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 WV51 FLM registered?

WV51 FLM is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is WV51 FLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV51 FLM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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