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Y242 TDO

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

68,052 mi
Last recorded68,052 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY242 TDO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 68,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 67,982 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 67,922 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2016 67,852 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 67,694 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 67,688 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 67,432 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 67,345 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 67,295 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Nearside Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 58,159 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 47,158 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 47,017 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 37,706 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 25,188 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2006 17,407 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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Y242 TDO is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 Y242 TDO, 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 Y242 TDO registered?

Y242 TDO is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 2 June 2001.

Is Y242 TDO safe to buy?

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