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V953 TUA

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,093 mi
Last recorded52,093 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV953 TUA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 52,093 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2018 52,093 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working wiring connector loose at rear of lamp (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 49,473 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust hanger rubber perished

Pass 12 Apr 2014 48,497 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 47,416 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 45,995 miles

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

o/s sun visser

Pass 8 Apr 2011 45,011 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 45,004 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 44,540 miles

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

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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V953 TUA is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V953 TUA, 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 V953 TUA registered?

V953 TUA is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V953 TUA safe to buy?

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