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W897 KFG

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,832 mi
Last recorded22,832 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW897 KFG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 22,832 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 21,807 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 20,843 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 19,447 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 17,019 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 15,650 miles

clutch cylinder is leaking

Pass 22 Oct 2019 15,000 miles

Rear subframe has light surface rust

clutch cylinder is leaking

oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2018 13,984 miles

Rear subframe has light surface rust

Pass 23 Oct 2017 13,102 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 11,929 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 10,663 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 9,537 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 8,230 miles

offside front tyre is low on inner edge

Pass 9 Oct 2012 6,794 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 6,631 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

inner edge of o/s/f tyre wearing.

Pass 10 Jan 2011 6,508 miles

o/s/f tyre getting low.3.3mm

very slight play in o/s/f hub.

Pass 30 Dec 2009 6,291 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 6,197 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

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

cut in nearside front tyre sidewall

Fail 2 Jan 2009 6,197 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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)

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

cut in nearside front tyre sidewall

Pass 2 Jan 2008 5,918 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 5,369 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 5,369 miles

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

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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W897 KFG is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 W897 KFG, 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 W897 KFG registered?

W897 KFG is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 10 July 2000.

Is W897 KFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W897 KFG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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