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W443 RVO

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

97,390 mi
Last recorded97,390 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW443 RVO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 97,390 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 95,926 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2024 94,627 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 92,993 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 91,139 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 91,138 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 88,369 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 86,024 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 83,207 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 80,299 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 80,296 miles

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 77,623 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 74,119 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 70,347 miles
Fail 15 May 2014 66,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2014 66,837 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 62,946 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 59,153 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 54,619 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 51,118 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 46,774 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 43,757 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 43,744 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 40,704 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 37,455 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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W443 RVO is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 W443 RVO, 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 W443 RVO registered?

W443 RVO is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 June 2000.

Is W443 RVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W443 RVO shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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