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Y218 RLA

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,291 mi
Last recorded43,291 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY218 RLA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 43,291 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 May 2025 43,167 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 43,052 miles

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

steering , suspension rubber bushes/gators perished-splitting

vehicle underside , suspension components corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2023 42,885 miles

vehicle underside , suspension components corroded

Pass 13 May 2022 42,747 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 42,554 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 42,534 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 42,511 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 42,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp slightly loose but beam function correct and will not deflect too high

Pass 23 Mar 2017 42,067 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 41,621 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 41,466 miles

Both front tyres worn close to the limit and are perished

Oil leak

Surface corrosion on the underside of the vehicle

Pass 26 Mar 2014 41,222 miles

Both front tyres worn close to the limit and very perished

Oil leak

Surface corrosion on the underside of the vehicle

Fail 21 Mar 2014 41,169 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Both front tyres worn close to the limit and very perished

Nearside rear and offside rear tyres very perished

Oil leak

Surface corrosion on the underside of the vehicle

Pass 15 Mar 2013 40,980 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 39,995 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Oil leak

Slight play in the offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 15 Mar 2011 37,190 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 32,687 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 29,483 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 23,949 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 19,597 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2007 19,597 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 13,786 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 13,778 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

fuel cap seal slightly cracked

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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Y218 RLA is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y218 RLA, 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 Y218 RLA registered?

Y218 RLA is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 March 2001.

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