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Y887 BEO

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

5,579 mi
Last recorded5,579 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY887 BEO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 5,579 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2024 5,477 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 5,415 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 5,390 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corrosion

underbody of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 10 Jun 2017 4,582 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 2,473 miles

Offside Front Upper Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 290 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 97,515 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 95,656 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 92,091 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 88,793 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 88,793 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 80,603 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 72,658 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 64,604 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 55,157 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 55,157 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 46,751 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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Y887 BEO 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 88.9%.

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 Y887 BEO, 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 Y887 BEO registered?

Y887 BEO is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 7 June 2001.

Is Y887 BEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y887 BEO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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