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Y106 NGM

2001 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,675 mi
Last recorded1,675 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY106 NGM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 1,675 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 1,503 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 1,393 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2023 1,360 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 1,119 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 841 miles

both steering rack gaiters becoming deteriorated

Pass 15 Jun 2020 552 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2020 552 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 481 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 460 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 460 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2012 458 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 456 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 456 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.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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Y106 NGM is a 2001 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y106 NGM, 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 Y106 NGM registered?

Y106 NGM is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y106 NGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y106 NGM shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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