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W189 OJA

2000 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,783 mi
Last recorded42,783 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW189 OJA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 42,783 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 42,679 miles

roll cage fitted to vehicle no rear seats fitted

Pass 21 Jul 2022 42,638 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Rear seat/seat belts not fitted - Roll cage in space ()

Pass 18 Aug 2021 42,421 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 42,141 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 41,552 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 41,482 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2011 41,478 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 40,859 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 39,528 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 18 Oct 2007 39,528 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 36,100 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2005 35,208 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive 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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W189 OJA is a 2000 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 W189 OJA, 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 W189 OJA registered?

W189 OJA is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 16 June 2000.

Is W189 OJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W189 OJA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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