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W827 VBT

2000 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,685 mi
Last recorded54,685 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW827 VBT
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 54,685 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 54,552 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 54,499 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2022 49,833 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 48,727 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 48,272 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 47,830 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 47,131 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 45,991 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 45,312 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 43,830 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 42,808 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 42,149 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 39,897 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 39,715 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 38,203 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 38,203 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 34,711 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 29,641 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

nail in tyre

Pass 9 Feb 2006 29,641 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

nail in tyre

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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W827 VBT is a 2000 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 W827 VBT, 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 W827 VBT registered?

W827 VBT is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 23 June 2000.

Is W827 VBT safe to buy?

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