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X302 JEL

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,399 mi
Last recorded21,399 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX302 JEL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 21,399 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2025 21,314 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2025 21,314 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 21,282 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2023 21,279 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 21,167 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 21,164 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings floor/sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 20,764 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2016 20,761 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 20,747 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 20,733 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 20,615 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 20,369 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 20,369 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 20,234 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)

front wiper blades starting to tear on the ends

Pass 27 Oct 2009 19,637 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 19,173 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 17,542 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Dec 2006 15,708 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 13,558 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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X302 JEL is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X302 JEL, 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 X302 JEL registered?

X302 JEL is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 December 2000.

Is X302 JEL safe to buy?

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