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W223 RFL

2000 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

15,287 mi
Last recorded15,287 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW223 RFL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 15,287 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 15,287 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2024 15,248 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 15,141 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from gear selector (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 15,077 miles

slight leak on gear selector seal

Pass 14 Oct 2021 14,849 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 14,691 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 14,691 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 14,236 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 13,700 miles

Nearside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2017 13,128 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. on limit (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 12,530 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 11,633 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 10,774 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,969 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 May 2012 9,340 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 9,019 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 9,016 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2010 8,686 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 May 2009 8,206 miles

front seats loose

Pass 12 May 2008 7,694 miles

slight play in both front wheels

Pass 9 May 2007 6,809 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 6,120 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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W223 RFL is a 2000 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 W223 RFL, 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 W223 RFL registered?

W223 RFL is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 June 2000.

Is W223 RFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W223 RFL shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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