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V197 FGP

2000 Rover Mini

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,205 mi
Last recorded27,205 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV197 FGP
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 27,205 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 26,988 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 26,542 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 26,417 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 26,199 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 26,016 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2020 25,887 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 25,604 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 175/50r1372v Dunlop (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 25,251 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2018 25,251 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 24,885 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 24,511 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 24,338 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 23,949 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 23,743 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 23,518 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 22,644 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 22,355 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 21,831 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Fail 6 Jan 2009 21,831 miles

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

slight play in both front wheel bearings

Pass 4 Jan 2008 21,642 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 20,765 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 19,649 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2006 19,649 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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V197 FGP is a 2000 Rover Mini in Green 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 V197 FGP, 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 V197 FGP registered?

V197 FGP is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 20 January 2000.

Is V197 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V197 FGP 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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