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W853 SDS

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,529 mi
Last recorded16,529 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Rover
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW853 SDS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 16,529 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 16,487 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 16,478 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 16,417 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 16,339 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 15,957 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 15,830 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 15,705 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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W853 SDS is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W853 SDS, 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 W853 SDS registered?

W853 SDS is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 July 2000.

Is W853 SDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W853 SDS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W853 SDS have outstanding finance?

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