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W232 MCU

2000 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

38,360 mi
Last recorded38,360 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW232 MCU
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 38,360 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 38,277 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Underseal coating underside unable to fully inspect

Pass 22 Jan 2024 38,201 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 38,142 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 37,982 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 37,667 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 37,300 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 36,370 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 35,272 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 34,127 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 33,308 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 33,308 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 May 2014 32,350 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 30,990 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 29,669 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 29,669 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 May 2011 27,171 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 25,340 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 22,437 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 19,575 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2007 16,426 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2007 16,426 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 13,955 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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W232 MCU is a 2000 Rover Mini in Green 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 W232 MCU, 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 W232 MCU registered?

W232 MCU is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 May 2000.

Is W232 MCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W232 MCU 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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