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J24 RAF

2001 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

3,254 mi
Last recorded3,254 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ24 RAF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 3,254 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 2,225 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 2,203 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 2,065 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 2,057 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 2,057 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 2,054 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 1,999 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 1,993 miles

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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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J24 RAF is a 2001 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J24 RAF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J24 RAF registered?

J24 RAF is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is J24 RAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J24 RAF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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