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X494 VLS

2000 Rover Mini

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,605 mi
Last recorded21,605 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX494 VLS
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 21,605 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 21,529 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 21,415 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 21,339 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 21,289 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 21,267 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 20,925 miles

Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 20,917 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 20,492 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 20,338 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2012

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012
Pass 30 Apr 2009 18,480 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 18,132 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 17,768 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 17,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2006 14,492 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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X494 VLS is a 2000 Rover Mini in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 X494 VLS, 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 X494 VLS registered?

X494 VLS is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X494 VLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for X494 VLS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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