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X729 GFJ

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

40,986 mi
Last recorded40,986 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX729 GFJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 40,986 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 40,975 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 37,123 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 36,633 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Oct 2022 36,633 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 35,714 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 33,171 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 29,884 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 26,481 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 25,657 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 24,056 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 22,665 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 21,420 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 20,034 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 19,016 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 19,006 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 17,800 miles

oil

rear tyres wearing on edge

Fail 19 Aug 2011 17,800 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

oil

rear tyres wearing on edge

Pass 13 Aug 2010 165,715 miles

front tyres wearing on edge

rear tyres wearing on edge

Pass 22 Aug 2009 15,607 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 14,371 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 13,016 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 12,105 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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X729 GFJ is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 X729 GFJ, 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 X729 GFJ registered?

X729 GFJ is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 17 January 2001.

Is X729 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X729 GFJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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