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Y421 GUF

2001 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,924 mi
Last recorded17,924 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY421 GUF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 17,924 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 17,706 miles

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 17,679 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 17,649 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.5mm wearing inner (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 17,597 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 17,466 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 17,415 miles

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

Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp(s) showing white light to the rear (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 16,479 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 15,527 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 15,323 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Nov 2014 15,323 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 15,262 miles

All flexible brake hoses metal ferrules corrode.

All front suspension components showing signs of corrosion.

Front section of exhaust rusty.

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Slight movement in all compliance bar bushes.

Slight movement in all front subframe mountings.

Slight underbody corrosion

Pass 6 Nov 2012 15,054 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

underbody showing signs of corrosion

Pass 17 Nov 2011 14,726 miles

signs of slight underbody corrosion

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 9 Nov 2010 14,111 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 11,128 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 10,174 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 9,313 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 7,742 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2005 6,880 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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Y421 GUF is a 2001 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 Y421 GUF, 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 Y421 GUF registered?

Y421 GUF is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 June 2001.

Is Y421 GUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y421 GUF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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