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W381 UEB

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

19,071 mi
Last recorded19,071 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW381 UEB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 19,071 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 18,832 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 18,720 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 18,694 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 18,500 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 18,299 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 17,870 miles

auxiliary belt deteriorating

fuel cap seal deteriorating

Fail 12 Sep 2019 17,869 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

auxiliary belt deteriorating

fuel cap seal deteriorating

Pass 14 Sep 2018 16,909 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 16,448 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 16,056 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 15,718 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 14,235 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 14,235 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 12,768 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 12,200 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 12,101 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 11,868 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 11,534 miles

All front subframe mountings perished and splitting

Both front windscreen wiper blades worn

Both rear tyres aged and perished

Engine cooling rad leaking

Fuel cap seal perished

Light damage to front windscreen within swept area

Fail 24 Apr 2009 11,534 miles

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

All front subframe mountings perished and splitting

Both front windscreen wiper blades worn

Both rear tyres aged and perished

Engine cooling rad leaking

Fuel cap seal perished

Light damage to front windscreen within swept area

Pass 26 Feb 2008 10,380 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 10,235 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 8,791 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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W381 UEB is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour 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 W381 UEB, 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 W381 UEB registered?

W381 UEB is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 19 May 2000.

Is W381 UEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W381 UEB 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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