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X131 EBO

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

22,990 mi
Last recorded22,990 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX131 EBO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 22,990 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2026 22,986 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 22,783 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 22,590 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 27 Mar 2023 22,423 miles

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 30 Mar 2022 22,233 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 22,144 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 22,117 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 22,033 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 21,943 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 21,430 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 21,410 miles

Nearside Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Sep 2015 19,821 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 19,821 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Fail 4 Sep 2014 18,317 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2014 18,317 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 17,083 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 16,318 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 16,318 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 15,610 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 15,610 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 14,601 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 13,820 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 12,069 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 12,069 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 10,744 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 9,055 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 9,055 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2005 7,563 miles

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

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

stop lights only operate when pedal at full travel

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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X131 EBO is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 X131 EBO, 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.

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What year was X131 EBO registered?

X131 EBO is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 15 September 2000.

Is X131 EBO safe to buy?

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