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V185 LBV

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

20,470 mi
Last recorded20,470 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV185 LBV
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 20,470 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 20,365 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 20,106 miles

Offside Front Outer sill has a hole in it but not within a prescribed area

Fail 21 Jun 2016 20,104 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Outer sill has a hole in it but not within a prescribed area

Pass 18 Jun 2015 18,698 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

o/s outer sill has corrision but not within a secure area

Pass 16 Jun 2014 16,182 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2014 16,132 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2013 14,621 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 13,030 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 11,202 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 31 May 2011 11,201 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 9 Jun 2010 9,546 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 9,546 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 7,593 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 7,566 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 6,841 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 6,366 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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V185 LBV is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 V185 LBV, 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 V185 LBV registered?

V185 LBV is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 4 January 2000.

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