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L7 OLJ

2001 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

55,012 mi
Last recorded55,012 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Rover Mini35,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL7 OLJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 55,012 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 54,835 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 54,655 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 54,391 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 54,033 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 53,847 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 53,769 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 53,417 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 52,909 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 52,899 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt loose (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 52,428 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 51,837 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 51,391 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Sep 2014 51,387 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 50,896 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 50,311 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 49,609 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 49,000 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 48,996 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 48,371 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 48,365 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 45,325 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2007 36,422 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 32,121 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 27,139 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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L7 OLJ is a 2001 Rover Mini in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 L7 OLJ, 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 L7 OLJ registered?

L7 OLJ is a 2001 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is L7 OLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L7 OLJ shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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