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W42 YFC

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,845 mi
Last recorded35,845 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW42 YFC
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 35,845 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 35,420 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 33,924 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 33,518 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2019 32,839 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 31,281 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 29,875 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 28,657 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 27,341 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 26,325 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 24,977 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 24,078 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 22,921 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 20,860 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 18,915 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 18,501 miles

CORROSION ON O/S FRONT BRAKE DISC SURFACE.

CORROSION ON REAR SUB FRAME.

HEAVY CORROSION ON EXHAUST SYSTEM.

Fail 26 Aug 2008 18,495 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

CORROSION ON O/S FRONT BRAKE DISC SURFACE.

CORROSION ON REAR SUB FRAME.

HEAVY CORROSION ON EXHAUST SYSTEM.

Pass 7 Sep 2007 18,471 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 18,471 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both wiper blades split on ends

corrosion on front exhaust section

slight corrosion on both front brake discs

Pass 13 Apr 2006 15,969 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 15,969 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges.

slight wear in o/s front lower swivel joint.

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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W42 YFC is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 W42 YFC, 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 W42 YFC registered?

W42 YFC is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 March 2000.

Is W42 YFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W42 YFC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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