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Y7 DCG

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

15,995 mi
Last recorded15,995 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY7 DCG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2016 15,995 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 15,962 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 15,834 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 15,827 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 15,827 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2012 15,490 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 15,375 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 15,327 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 15,244 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 14,765 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 14,303 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 13,481 miles

exhaust shows corrosion

grease contamination offside front hub assembly

offside front inner driveshaft gator insecure

slight play nearside rear wheel bearing

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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Y7 DCG is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 Y7 DCG, 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 Y7 DCG registered?

Y7 DCG is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is Y7 DCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y7 DCG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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