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Y403 MVV

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,397 mi
Last recorded54,397 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY403 MVV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 54,397 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 52,175 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 44,685 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear tyres are starting to go out of shape

Pass 6 Mar 2012 32,740 miles

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

exhaust rubber starting to split away from the rear mount

Pass 1 Apr 2011 19,273 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 19,273 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 7,004 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2010 7,004 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2009 91,593 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 91,593 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 77,823 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 77,823 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 61,446 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 45,587 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 45,587 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

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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Y403 MVV 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 66.7%.

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 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 Y403 MVV, 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 Y403 MVV registered?

Y403 MVV is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 April 2001.

Is Y403 MVV safe to buy?

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