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X748 YCN

2000 Rover Mini

Multi-colour Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

51,001 mi
Last recorded51,001 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Rover Mini39,248 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX748 YCN
MakeRover
ModelMini
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 51,001 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both cv boots need securing

Pass 7 Feb 2025 50,782 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 50,355 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2023 50,355 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jan 2023 50,335 miles

Nearside Floor excessively deteriorated centre (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated inner wheel arch (6.2.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated inner wheel arch (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 49,099 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 49,092 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 48,805 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2020 48,701 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2019 47,993 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 46,709 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 46,071 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 44,903 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 43,203 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 42,003 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2014 41,963 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2013 40,480 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 39,641 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 37,533 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 35,272 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 33,167 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 33,167 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 29,635 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 25,693 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAKS, ADVISE TWO FRONT TYRES (WORN ON INSIDE EDGE)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 22,474 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 18,930 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2005 18,861 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

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

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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X748 YCN is a 2000 Rover Mini in Multi-colour with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 X748 YCN, 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 X748 YCN registered?

X748 YCN is a 2000 Rover Mini, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X748 YCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for X748 YCN shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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