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X438 HET

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

49,915 mi
Last recorded49,915 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX438 HET
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 49,915 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2026 49,915 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 49,899 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 49,782 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 49,730 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 49,730 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2014 49,462 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 49,112 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 49,110 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nail in offside rear tyre

off side front tyre presure low.

slight corrosion floor panells

slight corrosion in rear subframe

Fail 14 Dec 2010 48,828 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 48,828 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 48,311 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 48,311 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 47,422 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 46,311 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 45,843 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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X438 HET is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X438 HET, 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 X438 HET?

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What year was X438 HET registered?

X438 HET is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 27 October 2000.

Is X438 HET safe to buy?

The MOT history for X438 HET shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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