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V303 DPG

2000 Rover Mini

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

78,371 mi
Last recorded78,371 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV303 DPG
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 78,371 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 76,962 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 74,487 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 73,613 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 72,941 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 72,657 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 71,348 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 69,710 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 68,586 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 68,077 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 67,152 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 66,084 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 66,084 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 63,245 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 60,298 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 60,298 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 58,279 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 56,843 miles

STANDARD EXHAUST FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 18 Sep 2009 56,843 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

STANDARD EXHAUST FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 11 Oct 2008 54,879 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 51,492 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 46,254 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 39,547 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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V303 DPG is a 2000 Rover Mini in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 V303 DPG, 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 V303 DPG registered?

V303 DPG is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 21 January 2000.

Is V303 DPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V303 DPG shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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