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X217 VUF

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,960 mi
Last recorded23,960 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX217 VUF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 23,960 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 22,555 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 21,302 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 21,276 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 4 May 2023 19,684 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 19,684 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 9 May 2022 19,327 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 18,259 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 17,534 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 16,181 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 14,902 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 14,888 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 14,385 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 13,799 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 13,795 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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 9 Oct 2013 13,175 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2013 13,173 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2012 12,728 miles

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 12,042 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Oct 2011 12,028 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 11,183 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 10,434 miles

slight corrosion to the nearside front inner wheel arch.

Pass 6 Oct 2008 9,741 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Oct 2008 9,741 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 9,109 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 9,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 8,229 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 6,179 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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X217 VUF is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VUF, 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 X217 VUF registered?

X217 VUF is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 February 2001.

Is X217 VUF safe to buy?

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