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W449 VBO

2000 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

34,147 mi
Last recorded34,147 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW449 VBO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 34,147 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 34,040 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 33,808 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 33,591 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 33,409 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 33,200 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 32,857 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 32,440 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 32,270 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 32,008 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 31,482 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 30,883 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 30,241 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 29,530 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 28,634 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 27,252 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 27,252 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 25,796 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 24,550 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 226,854 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 20,747 miles

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

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

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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W449 VBO is a 2000 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 W449 VBO, 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 W449 VBO registered?

W449 VBO is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 18 April 2000.

Is W449 VBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W449 VBO shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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