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C7 DFL

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

7,977 mi
Last recorded7,977 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC7 DFL
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 7,977 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 7,820 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 7,631 miles

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

Fail 13 Mar 2024 7,631 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 7,422 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 7,254 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 6,904 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 6,182 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 6,116 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 6,026 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 5,922 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 5,916 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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C7 DFL is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C7 DFL, 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 C7 DFL registered?

C7 DFL is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 31 March 2000.

Is C7 DFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C7 DFL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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