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M22 FKL

2000 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,893 mi
Last recorded65,893 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM22 FKL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 65,893 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 64,668 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 63,147 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 61,551 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2022 61,551 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 60,294 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 60,294 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 59,991 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019 59,576 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2019 59,576 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 59,256 miles

BONNET ROD NOT SECURE

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear TYRE SPLITTING

Pass 18 Sep 2017 59,123 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 58,799 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Sep 2015 58,668 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 58,552 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Noise from nearside rear brake on brake tester

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 58,449 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 58,291 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 58,065 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 57,873 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 57,597 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 57,595 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 57,355 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 57,353 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2007 56,977 miles

REAR FOG LIGHT SWITCH STICKS

Pass 27 Sep 2006 56,720 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 56,718 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2005 50,090 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 50,087 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

BONNET ROD NOT SECURE

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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M22 FKL is a 2000 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Rover Mini models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 39,248 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 M22 FKL, 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 26 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 M22 FKL registered?

M22 FKL is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 October 2000.

Is M22 FKL safe to buy?

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