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W131 XAN

2000 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,656 mi
Last recorded63,656 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW131 XAN
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 63,656 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 63,113 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 62,625 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 62,623 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 62,307 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 61,726 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight pitting on Front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Very slight perishing in Front subframe bushes

Fail 17 May 2022 61,721 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight pitting on Front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Very slight perishing in Front subframe bushes

Pass 3 Nov 2017 61,671 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Section (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Slight Corrosion To Inner And Outer Sills Both Sides

Pass 21 Oct 2015 61,649 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 61,637 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

surface corrosion to offside door shut/outer sill

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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W131 XAN is a 2000 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 W131 XAN, 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 W131 XAN registered?

W131 XAN is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is W131 XAN safe to buy?

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