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X217 STW

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Diesel 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,585 mi
Last recorded43,585 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX217 STW
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 43,585 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 41,908 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 17 Apr 2014 40,434 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 40,434 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 39,516 miles

exhust corroding

Pass 4 Apr 2012 38,375 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

exhaust corroding

Pass 18 Apr 2011 37,440 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 33,483 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2010 33,479 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

offside rear metal brake pipe corroded

some play in front subframe mountings

Pass 19 Feb 2009 32,829 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust system very rusty

front to rear b rake pipes corroding

Fail 19 Feb 2009 32,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust system very rusty

front to rear b rake pipes corroding

Pass 28 Apr 2008 32,794 miles

Brake clevis joint corroded but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 10 Apr 2007 31,693 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 25,588 miles

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

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

offsite tyre wearing on outer edge

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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X217 STW is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X217 STW, 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.

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What year was X217 STW registered?

X217 STW is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 January 2001.

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