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X218 XJO

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

79,764 mi
Last recorded79,764 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX218 XJO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 79,764 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 79,737 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 79,713 miles

Nearside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

o/s front wing extension not secure

some under body corrosion but all appears sound

Pass 9 Jul 2014 73,832 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front door sill corroded,but not holed

nearside rear tyre is on 3mm

Fail 3 Jul 2014 73,657 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front door sill corroded,but not holed

nearside rear tyre is on 3mm

Fail 2 Jul 2013 69,636 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 69,636 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jul 2012 67,181 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 4 Jul 2012 67,181 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 64,522 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 64,499 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 57,224 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 51,043 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2009 51,042 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 44,861 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 30,918 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Jul 2006 22,133 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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X218 XJO is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 X218 XJO, 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 X218 XJO registered?

X218 XJO is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 25 September 2000.

Is X218 XJO safe to buy?

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