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X354 CFB

2000 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

38,087 mi
Last recorded38,087 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX354 CFB
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 38,087 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 38,071 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 38,064 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2022 38,064 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 36,626 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 36,280 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 36,280 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside 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))

Fail 22 Nov 2019 36,272 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Front Jacking Points Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Exhaust Flexi Deteriorated

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 35,163 miles

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

exhaust flexi deteriorated

Pass 22 Dec 2017 34,114 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking on sidewall

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Dec 2016 32,567 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Nov 2015 31,564 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

Fail 17 Nov 2015 31,564 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2014 30,996 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Nov 2013 30,387 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 30,360 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 29,780 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 29,217 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 28,545 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 12 Oct 2010 28,545 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 27,555 miles

Rear subframe rusty.

Pass 9 Oct 2008 24,029 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 20,260 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 16,293 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2005 12,038 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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X354 CFB is a 2000 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 X354 CFB, 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 X354 CFB registered?

X354 CFB is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 October 2000.

Is X354 CFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X354 CFB shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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