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W985 MBB

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

42,110 mi
Last recorded42,110 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW985 MBB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 42,110 miles
Pass 4 May 2025 41,859 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 41,829 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 41,285 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 41,285 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 41,285 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 39,829 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 39,710 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2018 39,710 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 May 2015 38,699 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 26,627 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 22,000 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 21,075 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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W985 MBB is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W985 MBB, 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 W985 MBB registered?

W985 MBB is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W985 MBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W985 MBB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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