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W307 VBV

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

27,676 mi
Last recorded27,676 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW307 VBV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 27,676 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 27,393 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 27,242 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2020 27,039 miles

oil leak

Fail 11 Dec 2020 27,039 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2019 26,520 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 26,260 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 25,943 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 25,766 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 25,415 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 25,104 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 24,885 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 24,385 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 24,385 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 24,109 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 23,770 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 23,404 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 23,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 May 2008 23,027 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 21,912 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 21,076 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 21,076 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 21,076 miles

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 21,076 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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W307 VBV is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 W307 VBV, 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 W307 VBV registered?

W307 VBV is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W307 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W307 VBV shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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