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CE51 ETO

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,391 mi
Last recorded25,391 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE51 ETO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2013 25,391 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jul 2013 25,391 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 25,109 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2012 25,109 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 24,014 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 4 Mar 2009 23,477 miles

both sills corroded

Fail 2 Mar 2009 23,477 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 21,139 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 16,218 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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CE51 ETO is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CE51 ETO, 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 CE51 ETO registered?

CE51 ETO is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is CE51 ETO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE51 ETO shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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