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W157 RSB

2000 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

24,412 mi
Last recorded24,412 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW157 RSB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 24,412 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 24,410 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 24,410 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 24,400 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 24,398 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 21 May 2018 24,391 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 24,298 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 24,188 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 23,854 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 23,699 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 23,425 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 23,425 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 23,363 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 23,362 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 23,135 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 22,792 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 22,435 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 22,431 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 21,861 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 21,861 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 21,327 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 20,810 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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W157 RSB is a 2000 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 W157 RSB, 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.

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What year was W157 RSB registered?

W157 RSB is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 April 2000.

Is W157 RSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W157 RSB shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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