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BJ51 OPG

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,051 mi
Last recorded40,051 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 OPG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 40,051 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2024 40,024 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced valence/body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 39,705 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 39,041 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 38,851 miles

Offside Front floor corroded

Pass 22 Jul 2020 38,368 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 37,683 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 May 2018 37,081 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 36,151 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 35,361 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 34,246 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 32,561 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 30,977 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2012 28,656 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 27,446 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jun 2011 27,439 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 24,629 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 20,982 miles

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

some handbrake travel

Pass 20 Jun 2008 16,484 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 16,484 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 15,050 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 15,050 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 12,541 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 10,324 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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BJ51 OPG is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 BJ51 OPG, 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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BJ51 OPG is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 November 2001.

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