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X252 NKR

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,492 mi
Last recorded43,492 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX252 NKR
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 43,492 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 43,131 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 43,044 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2022 43,035 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 42,863 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 42,515 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 41,619 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 41,109 miles

exhaust flexi section damaged

Fail 27 Jul 2015 41,107 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

exhaust flexi section damaged

offside wiper slightly smearing screen

Pass 25 Jul 2014 40,890 miles

Oil leak

exhaust flexi slightly damaged

Pass 7 Jun 2013 40,822 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 40,822 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 36,925 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 37,967 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 28,650 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 27,505 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 26,559 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 25,697 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 24,892 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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X252 NKR is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue 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 X252 NKR, 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 X252 NKR registered?

X252 NKR is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 December 2000.

Is X252 NKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for X252 NKR 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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