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X649 GKL

2001 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,220 mi
Last recorded49,220 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX649 GKL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 49,220 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 49,043 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 48,517 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2016 47,601 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 47,601 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor and sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 46,964 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 46,195 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 45,191 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 44,093 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 42,696 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 42,682 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 40,863 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 40,601 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 40,592 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

offside front tyre worn inner edge close to limit

Pass 25 Jan 2008 37,442 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2008 37,255 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2007 26,524 miles

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

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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X649 GKL is a 2001 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 X649 GKL, 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 X649 GKL registered?

X649 GKL is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 January 2001.

Is X649 GKL safe to buy?

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