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Y231 PGM

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,885 mi
Last recorded15,885 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY231 PGM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 15,885 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 15,278 miles

two rubber exhaust mountings perished

Fail 14 Oct 2021 15,278 miles

two rubber exhaust mountings perished

Driver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 14,901 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four age cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 14,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 14,019 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 13,836 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 18 Oct 2016 13,362 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 12,642 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

drivers seat fixings loose

offside rear tyre deteriorated

oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2014 11,895 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 11,048 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 9,455 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 7,218 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 3,908 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 3,896 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2008 1,342 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 698 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2007 695 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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Y231 PGM is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 Y231 PGM, 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 Y231 PGM registered?

Y231 PGM is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y231 PGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y231 PGM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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