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V456 GFJ

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

14,969 mi
Last recorded14,969 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV456 GFJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 14,969 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 14,963 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2023 14,955 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 14,946 miles

vehicle too low for roller brake test

Pass 25 Jan 2020 14,939 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 14,910 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 14,762 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 14,713 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 14,589 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 14,248 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 13,902 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 13,812 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 13,601 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 13,443 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 13,283 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 13,104 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 12,776 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2007 12,288 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 11,413 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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V456 GFJ is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 V456 GFJ, 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 V456 GFJ registered?

V456 GFJ is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 14 February 2000.

Is V456 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V456 GFJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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