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X243 KBM

2000 Rover Mini

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

29,144 mi
Last recorded29,144 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX243 KBM
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 29,144 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight corrosion under vehicle

Pass 5 Sep 2024 28,382 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 27,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 17 Aug 2023 27,776 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 27,246 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 26,682 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 25,981 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 25,278 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 24,962 miles

dampness around nearside rear brake drum

Pass 17 Aug 2017 24,133 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)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Aug 2016 23,346 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 22,420 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 21,519 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 20,628 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Sep 2012 19,602 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 18,068 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 16,947 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 15,874 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 14,792 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 13,566 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)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 12,292 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 10,956 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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X243 KBM is a 2000 Rover Mini in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 X243 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 X243 KBM registered?

X243 KBM is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 13 September 2000.

Is X243 KBM safe to buy?

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