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X656 DAJ

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

31,081 mi
Last recorded31,081 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX656 DAJ
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 31,081 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 31,030 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 30,995 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2022 30,926 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 30,762 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 30,683 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 28,705 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 28,432 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 28,256 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 28,103 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 28,103 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 27,863 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 27,712 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 27,712 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 27,623 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 27,568 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 27,467 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 27,234 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 26,819 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 20,526 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 15,320 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 11,761 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 10,516 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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X656 DAJ is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 X656 DAJ, 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 X656 DAJ registered?

X656 DAJ is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is X656 DAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X656 DAJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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