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X261 GBA

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

3,199 mi
Last recorded3,199 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX261 GBA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 3,199 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2025 3,199 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 3,179 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 3,166 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play NS and OS Front Bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 3,147 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 3,082 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 2,956 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 2,830 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 2,702 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 2,576 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 2,454 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 2,320 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 2,195 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jan 2012 2,069 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 2,069 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 1,919 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 1,820 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 1,813 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 1,813 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2006 1,626 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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X261 GBA is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 X261 GBA, 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 X261 GBA registered?

X261 GBA is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 26 September 2000.

Is X261 GBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for X261 GBA shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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