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V294 FGO

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,130 mi
Last recorded25,130 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV294 FGO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 25,130 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2026 25,130 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2025 25,077 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

fully undersealed including brake pipes

Pass 17 Sep 2024 24,746 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 24,546 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 23,935 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 23,149 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 21,439 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2020 21,439 miles

Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 18,889 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 18,743 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 18,012 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 18,012 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 17,144 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 17,143 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 3 Feb 2009 15,565 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 15,565 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 14,424 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 12,644 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 10,941 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 10,941 miles

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

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

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

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

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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V294 FGO is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 V294 FGO, 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

How do I check the history of V294 FGO?

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What year was V294 FGO registered?

V294 FGO is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 January 2000.

Is V294 FGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V294 FGO shows 21 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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