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X232 VUF

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

18,699 mi
Last recorded18,699 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX232 VUF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 18,699 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 18,699 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2024 18,669 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 18,661 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 18,539 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2022 18,460 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 18,381 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 18,221 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 17,998 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 17,888 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2018 17,887 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 17,809 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 17,799 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 17,665 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 17,555 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 17,277 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 16,933 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 16,933 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 16,695 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2012 16,695 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 16,648 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2011 16,647 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2010 16,509 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2009 16,338 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 15,624 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 15,037 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2005 14,560 miles

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

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

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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X232 VUF is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 X232 VUF, 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 X232 VUF registered?

X232 VUF is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 6 November 2000.

Is X232 VUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X232 VUF shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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