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X553 HGF

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

19,150 mi
Last recorded19,150 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX553 HGF
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 19,150 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 19,061 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 18,625 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 18,513 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 18,341 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 18,098 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 18,009 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2020 18,008 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2019 17,984 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 17,641 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 17,340 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 16,856 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 16,758 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 16,517 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 16,152 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 16,152 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 15,907 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 15,554 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 15,218 miles

o/s rear tyre cut in tread

Fail 13 Aug 2009 14,520 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

slight play in front swivels (both sides)

Pass 13 Aug 2009 14,520 miles

slight play in front swivels (both sides)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 13,382 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 11,876 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 10,329 miles

slight play in both front lower swivels

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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X553 HGF is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 X553 HGF, 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.

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What year was X553 HGF registered?

X553 HGF is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 30 September 2000.

Is X553 HGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for X553 HGF shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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