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DOT 4W

2001 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

13,764 mi
Last recorded13,764 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOT 4W
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 13,764 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 13,276 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 12,896 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 12,894 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 12,679 miles
Fail 6 May 2022 12,678 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 12,590 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 12,256 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 11,787 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 11,201 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 11,040 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 9,553 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 7,873 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 5,498 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 5,479 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 2,297 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 2,130 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 1,930 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 1,738 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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DOT 4W is a 2001 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DOT 4W, 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 DOT 4W registered?

DOT 4W is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is DOT 4W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOT 4W shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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