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X542 SEJ

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

15,199 mi
Last recorded15,199 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX542 SEJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 15,199 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 15,048 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 14,748 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 14,718 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 14,718 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 14,383 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 14,085 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 14,034 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 13,940 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 13,595 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 13,595 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 13,563 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 13,118 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 12,837 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 12,827 miles

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

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

NEAR/SIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING HAS SLIGHT PLAY.

Pass 4 Sep 2007 12,140 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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X542 SEJ is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 X542 SEJ, 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 X542 SEJ registered?

X542 SEJ is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 5 September 2000.

Is X542 SEJ safe to buy?

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