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W918 UMO

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

26,153 mi
Last recorded26,153 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW918 UMO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 26,153 miles
Pass 27 May 2025 25,904 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 25,903 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 25,069 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 21,290 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Apr 2017 21,290 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 12,840 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2016 12,840 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 11,570 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2014 11,570 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 9,148 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 8,958 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 7,732 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 5,770 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 5,324 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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W918 UMO is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 W918 UMO, 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 W918 UMO registered?

W918 UMO is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 June 2000.

Is W918 UMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for W918 UMO shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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