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Y792 UOL

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,151 mi
Last recorded42,151 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY792 UOL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 42,151 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 41,983 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 41,844 miles

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 41,843 miles

Central Rear Brake cable damaged parking brake cable snapped (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 41,694 miles

Central Front Oil leak engine

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

Rear Rear brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Fail 22 Nov 2017 41,694 miles

Central Front Oil leak engine

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Rear brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 18 Nov 2016 40,946 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 40,460 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 39,407 miles

Oil leak

steering operation heavy

tailpipe very rusty

Fail 19 Nov 2014 39,407 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

steering operation heavy

tailpipe very rusty

Pass 13 Nov 2013 37,735 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 33,621 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 28,686 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 24,266 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 23,062 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 21,769 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 17,369 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 15,641 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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Y792 UOL 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 Y792 UOL, 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 Y792 UOL registered?

Y792 UOL is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 May 2001.

Is Y792 UOL safe to buy?

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