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W917 JEL

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,447 mi
Last recorded58,447 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW917 JEL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 58,447 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 57,491 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 56,804 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 56,463 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2013 56,154 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2013 56,154 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 50,704 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 29 Sep 2012 50,704 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 44,256 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 41,099 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2009 38,609 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 35,523 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 35,207 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 35,207 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

hand brake travel long

Pass 21 Apr 2006 25,610 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2006 25,607 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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W917 JEL is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W917 JEL, 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 W917 JEL registered?

W917 JEL is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 March 2000.

Is W917 JEL safe to buy?

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