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X227 KBM

2000 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

24,718 mi
Last recorded24,718 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX227 KBM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 24,718 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 24,680 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 24,659 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 24,659 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 24,649 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 24,633 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 24,592 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 24,555 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 24,493 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 24,432 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 24,298 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 24,298 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 28 Dec 2015 24,289 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2014 23,517 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 22,870 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2010 22,551 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 20,613 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 19,311 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 18,635 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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X227 KBM is a 2000 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 X227 KBM, 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 X227 KBM registered?

X227 KBM is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 September 2000.

Is X227 KBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for X227 KBM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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