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Y424 VOF

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

61,460 mi
Last recorded61,460 miles
Recorded on11 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY424 VOF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2018 61,460 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Apr 2017 59,632 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 57,759 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 54,974 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 52,601 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 Apr 2013 49,633 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 49,631 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 May 2012 47,424 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 44,539 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 41,777 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2009 38,790 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2008 35,959 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 May 2008 35,959 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 May 2007 31,731 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 27,349 miles

play on offside & nearside front wheel bearings

Fail 18 May 2006 27,349 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

play on offside & nearside front wheel bearings

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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Y424 VOF is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y424 VOF, 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 Y424 VOF registered?

Y424 VOF is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 April 2001.

Is Y424 VOF safe to buy?

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