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X736 VWV

2000 Rover Mini

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,711 mi
Last recorded53,711 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX736 VWV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 53,711 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2026 53,708 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 53,504 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2024 53,287 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 53,030 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 53,027 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Offside front mount bush broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside front mount bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 52,664 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Jan 2022 52,664 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 52,557 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 52,337 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 51,959 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 51,664 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 51,371 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 51,073 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 50,720 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 50,394 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 49,808 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 49,281 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 48,862 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 48,428 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 47,843 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 47,411 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 46,547 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

rear tyres getting low

Pass 23 Nov 2005 42,141 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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X736 VWV is a 2000 Rover Mini in Blue 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 X736 VWV, 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 X736 VWV registered?

X736 VWV is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 November 2000.

Is X736 VWV safe to buy?

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