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X499 SJO

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

442 mi
Last recorded442 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX499 SJO
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 442 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 383 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 381 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 288 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 150 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 147 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 126 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

battery insecure

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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X499 SJO is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 X499 SJO, 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 X499 SJO registered?

X499 SJO is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 29 December 2000.

Is X499 SJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X499 SJO shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X499 SJO have outstanding finance?

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