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X299 GEN

2000 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,228 mi
Last recorded18,228 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX299 GEN
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 18,228 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2026 18,228 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 18,011 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 17,934 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 17,821 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 17,776 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 17,623 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 17,182 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 16,209 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 12,129 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 11,972 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 11,340 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 8,037 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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X299 GEN is a 2000 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 X299 GEN, 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

How do I check the history of X299 GEN?

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What year was X299 GEN registered?

X299 GEN is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 3 November 2000.

Is X299 GEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X299 GEN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X299 GEN have outstanding finance?

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