CarVerify

Free Car Check

V766 YNV

2000 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,897 mi
Last recorded66,897 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV766 YNV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 66,897 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 66,430 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 66,266 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 65,542 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 64,981 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 58,543 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 53,730 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 53,730 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 53,216 miles

Aux belt split

Engine oil leak

Inner Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 15 Mar 2012 53,216 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

Offside Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Aux belt split

Inner Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 50,931 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 21 Mar 2011 50,930 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.2.C.1h)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

engine mount insecure

starter motor loose

Pass 18 Feb 2010 45,475 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 45,422 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2007 43,004 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 43,004 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2005 40,284 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 40,284 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front suspension has serious deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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
Full Rover Mini reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V766 YNV is a 2000 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 V766 YNV, 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

How do I check the history of V766 YNV?

You can check the full history of V766 YNV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V766 YNV registered?

V766 YNV is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 8 February 2000.

Is V766 YNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V766 YNV shows 18 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.

Does V766 YNV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V766 YNV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.