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V227 DPA

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,500 mi
Last recorded23,500 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2012
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV227 DPA
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2012 23,500 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 20,976 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 20,976 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 20,724 miles

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 20,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 17,562 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 15,297 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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V227 DPA is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 V227 DPA, 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 V227 DPA registered?

V227 DPA is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 January 2000.

Is V227 DPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V227 DPA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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